The Ponytail Palm Is Great For Beginners, People Who Travel, And Anyone Who's Looking For A Very Low-Maintenance But Interesting Houseplant. So Long As It's Not Over-Watered, It Should Thrive In Most Conditions. Fun Fact: Though The "ponytail" Part Of Its Name Is Spot-On, This Plant Isn't A True Palm — It's Actually A Succulent, Hence Its Preference For Dry Soil. Each Plant Is Unique; Size And Shape Fluctuate By Season So All Measurements Are Shown As A Range Large Plant Measures Between 20"-28"