Hesperaloe funifera, commonly known as Mexican False Yucca, is an evergreen perennial succulent that forms dense rosettes. It is native to the Chihuahuan Desert in Texas and Northeastern Mexico, where it thrives in arid conditions, often on rocky slopes and in grasslands. This plant typically reaches up to 6 feet (1.8 meters) in height and 4 feet (1.2 meters) in width. The long, narrow, yellow-green blades can grow up to 6.5 feet (200 cm) long and 2 inches (5 cm) across, giving it a grass-like appearance. The flowering stalk can be up to 8 feet (250 cm) tall, with long branches bearing tubular flowers that are green or white, often tinged with purple, and about 1 inch (25 mm) across. The flowers bloom from late spring to summer and are moderately showy.

Mexican False Yucca is valued for its drought tolerance and striking architectural form, making it a popular choice for xeriscaping, rock gardens, and as an accent plant in water-wise landscapes. It is also used in urban plantings due to its low maintenance requirements. This plant prefers full sun exposure and can tolerate a range of soil types, provided they have good drainage. While it is generally pest and disease-free, it can occasionally suffer from root rot if overwatered. Hesperaloe funifera is not known for aggressive roots or significant disease problems, and it is not considered invasive when grown outside its native range.CC BY-SA 4.0