Agave attenuata Spineless Century Plant
This document provides an overview of the Agave attenuata, commonly known as the spineless century plant. It highlights the plant’s general characteristics, including its soft, blueish-green foliage, lack of spines, and suitability for smaller landscapes. The plant is noted for its hardiness, toler...
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| Language: | English |
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The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries
2007-05-01
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| Series: | EDIS |
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| Online Access: | https://journals.flvc.org/edis/article/view/136845 |
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| Summary: | This document provides an overview of the Agave attenuata, commonly known as the spineless century plant. It highlights the plant’s general characteristics, including its soft, blueish-green foliage, lack of spines, and suitability for smaller landscapes. The plant is noted for its hardiness, tolerating heat, drought, and moderate salt exposure, and its ability to grow in various soil types. The document also discusses design considerations, suggesting companion plants to enhance its visual appeal, and provides management tips for optimal growth. Original publication date October 1999.
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| ISSN: | 2576-0009 |