Big Bend Yuccas
4 galleries
Yuccas produce classic desert flowers and Big Bend hosts four important species. These dramatic plants and flowers produce iconic landscapes.
Each of these four galleries highlights one of the premier yucca families found in Big Bend National Park.
Each of these four galleries highlights one of the premier yucca families found in Big Bend National Park.
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35 imagesThe Giant Dagger Yucca lives only in one canyon in Big Bend - producing amazing blooms in years when the rains have been just right. It all happens fast in mid-April, so count yourself lucky if you've been to peak season at Dagger Flats. Thirty photos in this gallery show the drama and beauty of the Giant Dagger Yucca. -
22 imagesTorrey Yuccas are the most common and wide spread in Big Bend. They'll produce dramatic blooms during the early spring. Torrey is the most widespread yucca in Big Bend as the 22 photos show. -
8 imagesThe Soaptree Yucca is named for the soap that Native Americans made from its roots. Its thin spiky leaves help in identification. Soaptree Yuccas are likely to be found blooming in mid-April as these photos show. -
7 imagesThe Thompson Yucca is less common in Big Bend, but it's tall trunks and brilliant flower clusters create dramatic beauty. These Thompson Yuccas were photographed in mid-April.