Agave lechuguilla
Lechuguilla
Description
A small green to light green species. Lightly toothed on upright sharp tipped leaves with downward slanting teeth. Will form large colonies. Also dies upon flowering but forms large clumps. Can be invasive and not very refined looking. Considered an indicator plant for the Chihuahuan desert. Has one of the largest ranges occuring on rocky limestone slopes 2-6500'. Flower spike in late spring of purplish or yellow flowers.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.