Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) Brown Tips: Light Fix

Instant ID, Simple Solution

Rebecca's plant is a Ponytail Palm (Beaucarnea recurvata). The swollen base stores water, so infrequent watering is correct. Brown leaf edges = insufficient light.

Fix It Fast

• Move to the sunniest window (south/west).
• When nights exceed 50°F, place outdoors in full sun.
• Water only when soil is dry several inches deep.
• No fertilizer needed in low light; feed monthly in full sun.

Why It Works

Ponytail palms are succulents, not true palms. They thrive on neglect—bright light and rare water. Brown tips are a light-starvation signal, not a water issue.