Buy your

Entrance

Pata-de-elefante

Scientific name: Beaucarnea recurvata
Family: Asparagaceae

See on map
Elephant's Foot Tree Inhotim
The common name comes from the similarity of the species' dilated base to an elephant's foot. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro

The elephant's foot is a shrubby plant that can reach 5 meters in height, with a semi-woody texture and a sculptural appearance. Although it resembles a palm tree, it belongs to a different botanical family.

Native to the desert regions of Texas (USA) and Mexico, the elephant's foot plant retains a significant amount of water in its spongy interior. Due to its slow growth and curious shape, it is also widely used for interior decoration, patios, and balconies. 

Elephant's Foot Tree Inhotim
Its trunk, curiously ornamental, has a dilated base for water storage. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro
Elephant's Foot Tree Inhotim
The thin leaves give the ends of the branches a hair-like appearance. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro.
Elephant's Foot Tree Inhotim
Due to its slow growth, this species can be cultivated in pots when young. Photo: João Marcos Rosa/Nitro
Directions

Map

Today

Search