Multi Head Desert Spoon - Dasylirion Serratifolium

Dasylirion Serratifolium 'Multi Head'

Multi-headed form from Mexican deserts. Extremely drought-resistant, ideal for modern and minimalist landscapes.

Product Information

Latin Name Dasylirion Serratifolium 'Multi Head'
Category Yucca & Cycas
Stock Code BTN-028
Height 0.5-1.5 m
Pot Type Plastic / Ceramic
Sale Type Single

Features

Climate Resistance High (-12°C / 10°F)
Watering Needs Very Low
Sun Requirement Full Sun
Usage Area Outdoor
Growth Rate Slow
Feature Multi Head

Product Description

Multi Head Desert Spoon (Dasylirion Serratifolium 'Multi Head') is a succulent-like plant adapted to harsh conditions of Mexican deserts, offering a dramatic appearance with thin long leaves bursting from multiple rosettes. The 'Multi Head' form has a much more impressive and voluminous structure than the standard single-trunk form. A favorite plant of modern landscape designs, dry gardens and minimalist projects with its extremely drought-resistant nature.

Detailed Specifications

Leaf Form Thin, long, serrated edges, blue-green
Rosette Multiple rosettes, spherical leaf arrangement
Trunk Short and thick, covered with fibrous bark
Root System Deep tap root, adapted to drought
Lifespan 50+ years

Care & Growing

Watering

Needs very little water. 1-2 times monthly sufficient. Almost no watering in winter. Excess water causes root rot.

Soil

Very well-drained sandy, stony soil. Cactus soil mix is ideal.

Fertilizing

Usually unnecessary. Light fertilizer once yearly in spring sufficient.

Pruning

Clean drying lower leaves. Use gloves due to thorns on leaf edges.

Winter Preparation

Tolerates -12°C. Protect from wet cold, tolerates dry cold.

Usage Areas

  • Modern and minimalist landscape designs
  • Xeriscape projects
  • Rock gardens and gravel gardens
  • Villa and residence garden focal point
  • Industrial and loft-style outdoor
  • Potted terrace and courtyard decoration
  • Desert-themed landscape arrangements

Frequently Asked Questions

Multi Head form consists of multiple rosettes, much more voluminous and impressive. Creates a stronger impact in landscapes.

Yes, small teeth/thorns on leaf edges. Use gloves and long sleeves during maintenance.

Tolerates dry cold to -12°C. Protection recommended in wet cold. Winters outdoors in Istanbul without issues.

As a desert plant, can go weeks without water. Overwatering is its biggest enemy.

Grows slowly but long-lived. Therefore larger specimens are more valuable.

Delivery and Logistics

Our Dasylirion Multi Head plants shipped with special packaging protecting leaf tips. Protective packaging applied for thorny leaves.

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