SPECIMEN NO. #16
🟢 PET SAFE
Family: Asparagaceae
Beaucarnea recurvata
Common Name: Ponytail Palm
Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is a houseplant in the Asparagaceae family, native to Global. It is a bright indirect-light species that thrives between 2000 and 6000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 14 days, temperatures of 10–35°C, and about 30% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is non-toxic and considered pet-safe for cats and dogs. It is also known as Elephant's-foot.
ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination
Toxic to Dogs?
NO (Safe)
Toxic to Cats?
NO (Safe)
Clinical Symptoms:
Non-toxic. Safe for dogs and cats.
Quantitative Care Thresholds
Light Level Profile
Bright Indirect
Minimum Light Requirement
2000 Lux
Maximum Light Tolerance
6000 Lux
Watering Frequency
Every 14 Days
Temperature Envelope
10°C – 35°C
Ideal Ambient Humidity
30% RH
Taxonomic & Field Verification
GBIF Usage Key
2768035
Native Biogeographical Range
Global; Jardín Botánico de Bogotá; Mexico Gulf; Mexico Northeast; Mexico Southwe...