Botanical Name

Yucca filamentosa

Commonly known as Yucca

Yucca filamentosa (Yucca)
Perennial

Sword-like evergreen foliage sends up dramatic stalks of white bells. Tough, architectural, underrated.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
Jun to Jul
USDA Zones
4-10
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Low - drought tolerant
Mature Height
4-8'
Bloom Colors
White
Native Species Deer Resistant Low Maintenance
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About This Name

Yucca filamentosa is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Yucca unambiguously. The genus Yucca places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Yucca, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Yucca filamentosa will give you the most precise results.