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Identifying a Mystery Indoor Tree: Likely Ponytail Palm

A 14-inch tree with smooth, light bark, 1-inch trunk, and grass-like top clumps is probably a ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata). Swollen base confirms it. If not, a photo enables ID.

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