It is found in rocky limestone hills of central and eastern Texas, and also in Coahuila, Mexico.

[4] Yucca constricta is usually acaulescent (trunkless), sometimes growing in clumps, spreading by trailing stems.

Flowering stalks reach as high as 50 cm (20 inches) with pendent, greenish-white flowers.

Fruit is a dry capsule with shiny black seeds.

[5][6][7][4][8][9] Yucca constricta is relatively abundant, and although it has local threats, its population appears to be stable overall.