With its unique bulbous trunk, capable of storing water like a natural reservoir, and its long, thin, cascading leaves, the Beaucarnea Recurvata — also known as Elephant's Foot — is one of the most graphic and resilient houseplants.

It instantly brings a sculptural, zen and exotic touch to any space thanks to its sleek and minimalist look.

🌱 Available formats:

- Ø17 cm – Height 40 to 60 cm

Compact size, ideal for a piece of furniture, an entryway or a small, bright room.

- Ø21 cm – Height 60 to 80 cm

Medium size, perfect for a living room, office or bedroom.

- Ø24 cm – Height 80 to 100 cm

Large, majestic format, ideal for dressing up a corner or adding a strong decorative touch.

A very architectural plant, perfect alone or in pairs, and incredibly easy to care for. ✨

🌸 Depending on your needs:

Beaucarnea is a plant:

• ultra-resistant → tolerates missed waterings very well

• Suitable for indirect light → perfect for bright rooms

• Ideal for beginners → very few requirements

• weakly pollution-reducing → contributes slightly to cleaner air

• Aesthetic & sculptural → immediate decorative effect

• slowly growing → maintains its elegant silhouette without invading space

🐾 Animals & safety:

Beaucarnea is not considered highly toxic , but ingestion of the leaves may cause irritation in some animals.
👉 Tip: place it up high if your animals like to pull on long leaves.

☀️ Depending on your light:

She appreciates:

• indirect light

• the soft, filtered light

• a well-lit room without harsh direct sunlight

To avoid:

• Intense direct sunlight → burns the tips of the leaves

• Very dark rooms → slowed growth, less dense leaves

🏡 Depending on your space:

Perfect for:

• a bright living room

• a warm entrance

• a bedroom (zen effect)

• an office

• a reading nook or a minimalist space

• a corner of the room to decorate elegantly

Large sizes (80–100 cm) are ideal as a statement plant .

🌿 Maintenance:

• Very undemanding

• Lightly clean any dusty leaves.

• Rotate the plant regularly for even growth.

• It tolerates dry indoor air very well.

🌱 Nutrition & substrate:

• Well-draining potting soil is essential

• Mix with sand or perlite recommended

• Fertilize once a month in spring and summer.

• Break in autumn–winter

🪴 Repotting:

• Every 2 to 3 years (slow growth)

• In spring

• Pot slightly wider (+2–3 cm)

• Choose a pot with excellent drainage (terracotta is ideal).

💧 Watering & humidity:

• Water moderately and infrequently.

• Always let the soil dry completely

• In winter: space them out even more

• Highly resistant to drought thanks to its bulbous base

👉 Too much water = the only real risk for this plant.

🌟 Special features:

• Type: graphic plant with a swollen trunk

• Origin: Mexico

• Slow growth, architectural silhouette

• Lighting: indirect / soft

• Watering: moderate, infrequent

• Maintenance: very easy

• Perfect for minimalist or boho chic decor

💫 Symbolism:

Beaucarnea symbolizes:

• wisdom

• longevity

• stability

• grounded energy

Its solid trunk and supple leaves inspire calm and serenity.
An ideal plant for creating a harmonious atmosphere in the Douceur Maison style: natural, elegant, and soothing. ✨

🌿 In summary:

• Very easy plant → perfect for beginners

• Drought resistant

• Light: indirect light

• Available formats:

  • Ø17 → 40–60 cm

  • Ø21 → 60–80 cm

  • Ø24 → 80–100 cm

• Watering: spaced out

• Style: graphic, zen, sculptural

• Ultra-protected shipping 🌱✨