Agave gypsophila (Gypsiferous Agave)


Botanical Information

FamilyAgavaceae
GenusAgave
Speciesgypsophila
CategoryTropicals
OriginAgave gypsophila is native to Mexico and is found in the states of Jalisco, Colima, Michoacan and Guerrero.

Details

USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneCool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-3
Height1 m
Spread2 m
GrowthSlow

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeContainer plant.
PropagationPropagate by removing offsets (pups).
CultivationWell-drained. Light shade or morning sun.
Notable SpecimensKings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
HabitatAgave gypsophila is understory species found in rocky ravines and gullies in tropical deciduous thorn forest. Soils are calcerous or gypseous rock. Found from 370 - 960 metres above sea level.
Leaf DescriptionSingle rosette of wavy foliage. Linear with narrowly spaced teeth along the undulating margin. Young leaves clasp together in a tube-like shape before curving down and becoming more wavy. Creating a fountain-like effect. Can reach up to 2 m in height.
Flower DescriptionInfrequent flowering can occur. Panicles are 2 - 3 m tall.
Colour DescriptionYoung leaves are a pale greyish-green and become more grey in colour as it matures. Flowers are yellow.
Texture DescriptionLeaves are very brittle when young.

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