Mojave Yucca

plant with long narrow leaves and white flowers in desert
Mojave Yucca. Bureau of Land Management

Quick Facts
Height: Up to 16 ft.

Leaf Length: 12–59 in.

Flower Diameter: 1–2 in.

Did You Know?
Even though yucca is mentioned in Island of the Blue Dolphins, it isn't actually found on San Nicolas Island. Yucca fibers were used by American Indians to make rope and cloth.

Last updated: May 13, 2021