Maguey Pulquero (Agave salmiana)
Maguey Pulquero (Agave salmiana) is a large agave native to Mexico, historically cultivated for its sweet sap used to produce pulque.
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Sunlight
Full Sun
Watering
Infrequent
Soil
Well-draining, sandy or gritty soil
Temperature
Warm
Fertilizer
Low
Care Requirements
Full Sun
Prefers full, direct sunlight for best growth and coloration.
Infrequent
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Well-draining, sandy or gritty soil
Warm
Prefers warm temperatures, but can tolerate some frost once established. Protect from prolonged freezing.
Low
Fertilize sparingly in spring/early summer with diluted balanced fertilizer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Height
600-1200 cm
Spread
300-600 cm
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green, Gray-green, Blue-green
Leaf Type
Succulent
Flower Size
2-3 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAsparagaceae
- genusAgave
- speciesAgave salmiana
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
None