Agave multifilifera (Chahuiqui)
Botanical Information
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Agave |
| Species | multifilifera |
| Category | Tropicals |
| Origin | North Central Mexico. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 - 10 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Height | 30 - 45 cm |
| Spread | 30 - 45 cm |
| Growth | Slow |
| Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| Shape | Solitary succulent rosette sometimes with a short stem. |
| Landscape | Agave multifilifera has very sharp edges so it is not recommended for gardens with heavy foot traffic. |
| Propagation | Propagate from seed. |
| Cultivation | This specimen is drought tolerant and can prefers full sunlight. |
| Notable Specimens | Desert Botanical Gardens, Pheonix, Arizona, United States of America. |
| Habitat | High altitudes on pine and oak covered mountains and on shaded slopes of canyons in North Central Mexico. |
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