Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Vázquez & Nieves
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 38: 321 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001337023
Common Names
- Agave Abisaii
- Abisaii Agave
- Abisaii Century Plant
Description
Agave abisaii (also called 'Abisai's Agave', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asparagaceae. It is a shrub or small tree with a spreading habit, growing up to 5 meters tall. It is native to the temperate regions of Mexico, and is found in lowland forests, savannas, and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Agave abisaii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a hedge plant, and as a ground cover. It is also used to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agave abisaii has large, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are slender and have long stems.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agave abisaii is a succulent native to Mexico. It grows to a height of about 5 feet and has yellow flowers. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and divisions should be taken in late summer or early fall.
Where to Find Agave abisaii
Agave abisaii is native to Mexico and can be found in the dry forests of the region.
Agave abisaii FAQ
What are the common names of Agave abisaii?
Agave abisaii is commonly known as the Abisai Agave.
What is the growth rate of Agave abisaii?
Agave abisaii has a slow to moderate growth rate.
What kind of soil does Agave abisaii prefer?
Agave abisaii prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
Species in the Agave genus
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,
Agave colorata,
Agave confertiflora,
Agave congesta,
Agave convallis,
Agave cundinamarcensis,
Agave cupreata,
Agave datylio,
Species in the Asparagaceae family
Acanthocarpus canaliculatus,
Acanthocarpus humilis,
Acanthocarpus parviflorus,
Acanthocarpus preissii,
Acanthocarpus robustus,
Acanthocarpus rupestris,
Acanthocarpus verticillatus,
Agave acicularis,
Agave acklinicola,
Agave ajoensis,
Agave aktites,
Agave albescens,
Agave albomarginata,
Agave americana,
Agave angustiarum,
Agave angustifolia,
Agave anomala,
Agave antillarum,
Agave apedicellata,
Agave applanata,
Agave arizonica,
Agave arubensis,
Agave asperrima,
Agave atrovirens,
Agave attenuata,
Agave aurea,
Agave avellanidens,
Agave bahamana,
Agave bicolor,
Agave boldinghiana,
Agave bovicornuta,
Agave braceana,
Agave bracteosa,
Agave brevipetala,
Agave brevispina,
Agave brittoniana,
Agave brunnea,
Agave bulliana,
Agave cacozela,
Agave cajalbanensis,
Agave calodonta,
Agave capensis,
Agave caribaeicola,
Agave cerulata,
Agave chamelensis,
Agave chiapensis,
Agave chrysantha,
Agave chrysoglossa,
Agave cocui,
Agave collina,