Light: Bright, indirect light or deep outdoor shade; tolerates low indoor light. Avoid direct Phoenix sun, especially afternoon exposure, which scorches foliage.
Water: Low water; let the potting mix dry completely before watering thoroughly and allowing excess water to drain. Water less in winter and low light; never leave pots standing in water.
Soil: Loose, very well-drained potting mix amended with pumice or perlite. Use containers with drainage holes.
Mature size: Typically 2–4 feet tall and 2–3 feet wide; occasionally larger under favorable conditions.
Bloom: Infrequent, especially indoors; mature plants may produce small flowers near the soil surface, typically during warmer months.
Evergreen / deciduous: Evergreen when kept warm; severe drought or cold can cause foliage loss.
Growth rate: Slow, particularly in low light; faster with warmth and bright, indirect light.