Calibanis hookeri

Calibanis was a genus containing only two members. The genus was originally included in Agavaceae, but was reclassified because of features present in Calibanis, like how it is polycarpic and dioecious. Since 2014, Calibanus has been reclassified into the genus Beaucarnea after additional evidence of their similarities. However, the genus name "Calibanis" is still commonly used to identify this specimen.
 
Calibanus hookeri is characterized by its very unique appearance. The base of the plant is a large round caudex, that over time, can grow to a diameter of up to 2.6 feet! Very long and narrow grass-like leaves sprout from the top of the caudex in rosette clusters. The grassy clusters can get very long and arch over the plant with age. When flowering, Calibanus hookeri will feature flower stalks with lengths up to 2 - 3.3 feet, with many branches and small, greenish-white flowers.
 
Calibanis hookeri is incredibly drought-resistant, and likes full sunlight. It is a slow-growing specimen. This plant should be potted in a large, shallow container, with soil that is well-drained and fertilized.
 
Fun Fact: "Calibanis" is named after the monster Caliban in Shakespeare's play "The Tempest"!
 
Polycarpic = flowering and seeding multiple times in its life.
Dioecious = sexually dimorphic plants. To reproduce a new plant, it would need contribution from both male and female parent plants.
 
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