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genusgenusDesert-dwelling plants characterized by their thick, fleshy leaves arranged in striking rosette patterns, often with spiny margins and tips. These slow-growing succulents store water in their leaves and can thrive in harsh, arid conditions.
Etymology
The name 'Agave' comes from the Greek word 'agauos,' meaning 'noble' or 'admirable,' reflecting the plant's impressive and stately appearance.
Interesting fact!
Many plants in this genus flower only once in their lifetime, producing a towering flower spike that can reach spectacular heights before the parent plant dies, having used all its energy reserves.
All species of Agave
agaveGeminiflora
Twin-flowered agave, Thread leaf agave, Spider agave.
agaveAmericana
Century plant, American century plant, Maguey.
agaveAttenuata
Fox tail agave, Dragon tree agave, Swan neck agave.
agaveFerdinandi-regis
King Ferdinand agave, Star agave, Royal agave.
agaveBracteosa
Spider agave, Squid agave, Bracteate living century plant.
agaveStricta
Hedgehog agave, Needle agave, Hardy century plant.
agavePotatorum
Butterfly agave, Tobala agave, Mezcal agave.
agaveFilifera
Thread agave, Thread-leaf agave, White-thread agave.
agaveParviflora
Small flower agave, Mini agave, Dwarf agave.
agaveVictoriae-reginae
Queen Victoria agave, Royal agave, Queen's agave.
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