Agave parrasana

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Parrasana Agave

 
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This Agave is native to Coahuila, Mexico from 4500'-8000' elevation and is similar in appearance to Agave parryi. Solitary plant forms tight rosette 2' by 2' resembling a cabbage. It has stout gray leaves edged with small teeth and a sharp terminal spine. This plant needs full sun to part shade. It will offset to form a dense colony.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Succulent

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Purple, Red, Yellow

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

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Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.