Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
albopilosa
ID:
837889

Status:
valid

Authors:
I.Cabral, Villarreal & A.E.Estrada

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 80: 52 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000837224

Common Names

  • Agave albopilosa
  • White-haired Agave
  • White-felted Agave

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Description

Agave albopilosa (also called 'White-haired Agave', among many other common names) is a perennial succulent native to Mexico. It is found in dry, sunny habitats, such as rocky slopes, scrubland, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Agave albopilosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agave albopilosa has a small, white flower with a yellow center. Its seeds are small, dark brown, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agave albopilosa is a succulent native to Brazil. It is a slow-growing species that can reach up to 1m in height and width. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Agave albopilosa

Agave albopilosa is native to Mexico.

Agave albopilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agave albopilosa?

Agave albopilosa

What is the common name of Agave albopilosa?

White-haired Agave

What is the natural habitat of Agave albopilosa?

Tropical and subtropical rainforests of Mexico

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-374549: Based on the initial data import
José Ángel Villarreal (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Villarreal' in the authors string.
Alejandro Eduardo Estrada-Castillón (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.Estrada' in the authors string.
Ismael Cabral Cordero: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'I.Cabral' in the authors string.