Agave americana is a large, architectural succulent with blue-green, spiny leaves. Highly drought-tolerant, it thrives in full sun and is popular for xeriscaping. Sap can
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Sunlight
Full sun
Watering
Infrequent, drought-tolerant
Soil
Well-draining, sandy, gritty
Temperature
Warm, frost-sensitive
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Minimal to none
Full sun
Infrequent, drought-tolerant
Well-draining, sandy, gritty
Warm, frost-sensitive
Outdoor, Indoor
Minimal to none
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
1.5-2.5 m (rosette), 6-9 m (flower stalk)
Spread
2-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Growth slows in cold/dry conditions
Leaf Color
Blue-green, Grey-green
Leaf Type
Rosette, sword-shaped, succulent
Flower Size
5-10 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No
The sap contains calcium oxalate crystals and saponins, which can cause skin irritation (dermatitis) upon contact and severe oral and gastrointestinal irritation if ingested by humans or pets, leading to pain, swelling, and vomiting.
