Ponytail Palm Beaucarnea recurvata in 4in pot

Beaucarnea recurvata, or Ponytail Palm, is known for its thick, water-storing trunk and curly leaves that grow from the top like a ponytail, hence its nickname.  It is native to eastern Mexico. 

A hardy houseplant, the Ponytail Palm is not a true palm, but an evergreen perennial with succulent characteristics. 

This plant thrives in a spot that regularly receives bright light.

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

It is a popular pet-friendly plant.