Yucca gigantea

Spineless Yucca (Yucca gigantea) is a houseplant in the Asparagaceae family, native to Caribbean. 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 toxic to dogs and cats; reported symptoms include vomiting, diarrhea, depression, drooling, weakness. It is also known as Spineless Yucca.

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? YES (Toxic)

Toxic to Cats? YES (Toxic)

Clinical Symptoms:

Vomiting, diarrhea, depression, drooling, weakness.

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 2775716

Native Biogeographical Range Caribbean; Galápagos Islands; INTRODUCED

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