— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Adam's Needle (Yucca smalliana). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Adam's Needle (Yucca smalliana) is a subshrub or shrub native to the southeastern United States and Ontario, thriving in habitats such as Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Michigan, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pe… Adam's Needle (Latin: Yucca smalliana) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Adam's Needle is most often used to support digestion and immune support. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Adam's Needle is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Adam's Needle is a member native to ALA, ARK, FLA, GEO, ILL, and INI. Adam's Needle thrives in full to partial sun and prefers well-draining soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
Adam's Needle grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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