Agave tequilana (Tequila Agave) - Image 2

Botanical name: Agave tequilana

Common names: Tequila Agave, Century Plant

Family: Asparagaceae    (Formerly:Agavaceae / Amaryllidaceae)

Subfamily: Agavoideae

Origin: Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunDry conditionsOrnamental foliageThorny or spinySubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Agave tequilana (Tequila Agave) with a tall yellow flower stalk rising above blue-green leaves.


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Agave sp. - Tequila Agave, Century Plant
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Agave plant that is an important economic product of Jalisco, Mexico, due to its role as the base ingredient of tequila, a popular distilled beverage. The high production of sugars, mostly fructose, in the core of the plant is the main characteristic that makes it suitable for the preparation of alcoholic beverages. Great addition to cactus - rock gardens - ethno-botanical collections. Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping. Grows fairly fast in summer if provided with extra water.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Robusta - Rapid Growth Booster
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6"/1 gal pot, large plant
7 plants in stock
$29.95
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