Agave asperrima (Agave asperrima)
Agave asperrima, also known as Rough Agave, is a striking succulent forming dense rosettes of rigid, gray-green leaves with sharp marginal teeth.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend. Sandy loam is also suitable.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining soil mix, such as a cactus or succulent blend. Sandy loam is also suitable.
Ideal growing range is 15-25 °C.
Can tolerate brief periods of cooler temperatures.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer once or twice in spring/summer.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
1-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Gray-green
Leaf Type
Succulent, Lanceolate
Flower Size
5-7 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
80000
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAsparagaceae
- genusAgave
- speciesAgave asperrima
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No