Succulents
Desert Spoon
Dasylirion wheeleri
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Distinct accent plant with twisting leaves. Stalk bloom attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. Also try D. acrotriche for shady areas.
The Basics
Type: SucculentsSun: Full SunHardiness: 0°FWater: LowNative To: Chihuahuan and Sonoran DesertsGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 4'Mature Width: 4'Mature Form: Open rosetteFoliage
EvergreenColor: Gray-greenTexture: CoarseWildlife
Bees Butterflies Other pollinatorsFlowers
Flower Color: CreamSeason: Spring, SummerComments
Litter: LowThorns: Sawtooth leavesIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F15680658424d0715b29deb.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert