Twistleaf Yucca, is a captivating, drought-defying succulent prized for its twisted, blue-green leaves and dramatic floral displays. Often called Twistleaf Yucca or Texas Yucca. Come late spring, towering 4-6 foot flower spikes erupt, adorned with creamy-white, bell-shaped blooms that glow under moonlight, luring in yucca moths for their vital pollination dance.

Built for survival, Y. rupicola thrives in bone-dry, rocky soils and scorching sun, making it a cornerstone of water-wise landscapes. Whether planted in gravel gardens, desert ends, or rustic containers, its fierce elegance demands little beyond neglect. Deer steer clear of its dagger-like leaves, while hummingbirds occasionally visit its summer blossoms. A slow-growing clumper, it stays tidy yet bold, offering evergreen structure and ecological grit to any xeriscape.

Scientific Name:  Yucca rupicola

Origin: Central to Southwestern Texas

Height: 1–3 feet (30–90 cm) tall

Spread: 2-4 feet

Light: High

Water: Low

Blooms: Late spring and early summer

USDA Zones: 7 - 10