Yucca brevifolia, commonly known as Joshua Tree, is an iconic tree native to the Mojave Desert of California. Although Joshua Tree is the most common name for the tree, there are a few synonyms that can also be used to describe this unique plant. Another name commonly used is Yucca palm, due to the palm-like appearance of its leaves. The tree is also known as the tree yucca or the yucca tree. The Spanish name "izote de desierto" is another often-used synonym, which translates to "desert dagger" in English, a nod to its dagger-shaped leaves. Regardless of the name used, the Yucca brevifolia remains a remarkable and resilient plant that dominates the arid desert landscapes of southern California.