Separating Ponytail Palm Offsets for New Plants

Ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) produces offsets ("pups") at its base. Once a pup has several leaves, gently pull it away from the mother plant and pot it in well-draining cactus/succulent mix. It's not a true palm but a relative of yucca and agave, storing water in its swollen base. Give it bright light and water sparingly. In Cairo's long growing season, these make striking, low-maintenance patio or indoor specimens.