Beargrass

Species page

Beargrass

Yucca glauca

Agavaceae White

Soapweed, with its grass-like succulent leaves and large groups of white flowers, is one of the most characteristic plants of the High Plains. The petals can be eaten raw or sauteed--but they’re an acquired taste!

Seasonality

Flowering months

May June

Texas distribution

Region map

The highlighted regions reflect the historical distribution data preserved in the original collection.

High Plains Rolling Plains Trans-Pecos

Herbarium sheets

Specimen gallery

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