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Yucca is a genus of perennial shrubs and trees in the family Asparagaceae, subfamily Agavoideae. Its 40-50 species are notable for their rosettes of evergreen, tough, sword-shaped leaves and white or whitish flowers. Yuccas have adapted to a vast range of climates and ecological conditions. They are found in rocky deserts and badlands, in prairies and grasslands, mountainous regions, woodlands, coastal sands, and even in subtropical and semi-temperate zones. Yuccas are widely grown as ornamental plants in gardens. Many species also bear edible parts, including fruits, seeds, flowers, flowering stems, and (more rarely) roots. Roots of soaptree yucca are used as a shampoo in Native American rituals. Dried yucca leaves and trunk fibers have a low ignition temperature, making the plant desirable for use in starting fires via friction. The fibers can be used to make domestic items or for manufacturing cordage, be it sewing thread or rope. Yucca extract is also used as a foaming agent in some beverages such as root beer and soda. Yucca powder and sap are derived from the logs of the plant and are widely used in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. The yucca flower is the state flower of New Mexico and is also the national flower of El Salvador, where it is known as flor de izote. Below are some photos of the Yucca plant most commonly found in Colorado Springs.
Yucca
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