Commonly mistaken for cacti or aloe plants, Agave is a separate genus with very distinct features. Native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, there are over 200 species of Agave plants.
COMMON NAME
FLOWER COLOURS
BLOOM TIME
HEIGHT
DIFFICULTY
Agave species
Light greyish green
Infrequent.
1 to 2 feet.
Easy to grow
Planting and care
In partially shaded areas, this plant can be used as a focal point in a desert garden, or in groups as a barrier. The saw-like flat leaves grow from a dense rosette base and spiral outwards.
SUNLIGHT
SOIL
WATER
TEMPERATURE
FERTILIZER
Full Sun
Well-drained soil
Medium
low as 11 degrees F
Apply any organic fertilizer
Caring for Agave Lophantha
These plants are susceptible to root rot due to overwatering, so water carefully too much moisture will kill them. Only water when the soil completely dries out. They require well-draining soil and prefer a sandy cactus soil mix.
Typical uses of Agave Lophantha
Special features: The leaves are used to season meat and other foods in Caribbean, Latin American and Asian cuisines. It is often added to chutneys, a sauce containing fruits or vegetables that is eaten with other dishes.
Ornamental use: The plant is used for ornamental purpose.
Medicinal use: Used externally, it is very effective on burns and sunburn, as well as a variety of skin diseases (eczema, pruritus, psoriasis, acne) it is extremely constructive and protective.
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