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Agave lophantha

Center Band Agave

Plant photo of: Agave lophantha
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This Texas native is found on gravelly limestone and rocky areas. Leaves are an open rosette form, fairly flat and sword-shaped, green in color with spines along the margins. This plant reaches 2' tall and 3' wide. Occasionally, this plant sends up a tall spike 12' tall with greenish yellow flowers. This marks the death of the plant but there are usually offspring close by. Plant in full to part sun with well draining soil. It is drought tolerant once it's established.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, Light Green, Yellow Green, Variegated

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Foundation, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.