Identifying a Variegated Yucca and Ornamental Fig on St. Croix

New property on St. Croix, two mystery plants. One: evergreen, glossy leaves, thrives dry, neighbor's is 20 ft tall. The other: to its right.

Plant 1: Variegated Yucca (Yucca elephantipes 'Variegata')

• Carefree, drought-tolerant, architectural.
• Propagate: cut a cane, stick in ground → new plant.
• Prune anytime—won't kill it.
• Eventually blooms white panicles.

Plant 2: Ornamental Fig (Ficus microcarpa or similar)

• Glossy leaves, aggressive roots.
• Can be hedge or tree.
• Watch for invasive roots near structures.

Decision

Keep the yucca—it's bulletproof and striking. The fig? Only if you have space for its roots and size. Both are common Caribbean landscaping staples.