Pothos are vining plants, which means over time they grow long, spaced out, and can look thin or bald at the top. If you want that full, compact look: Prune vines Is this plant part of the Pothos family? The ponytail palm (Beaucarnea recurvata) is not a true palm at all. Despite the name, it's actually a succulent from the asparagus family. Male trees bloom creamy white to yellow Living Desert Palm Desert Archives Desert Gardening 101