Status:
valid
Authors:
Cházaro, O.M.Valencia & A.Vázquez
Source:
wcs
Year:
2007
Citation Micro:
Agaves Occid. México : 45 (2007)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000834936
Common Names
- Agave arcedianoensis
- Arcediano Agave
- Arcedianoensis Agave
Description
Agave arcedianoensis (also called Arcediano's Agave, among many other common names) is a shrub with white or pink flowers. It is native to Mexico, and is found in tropical and subtropical forests, woodlands, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Agave arcedianoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its leaves are used as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agave arcedianoensis has large, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agave arcedianoensis is a succulent native to Mexico. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division of the offsets. The seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept warm and moist until germination occurs. The offsets can be divided and replanted in the same soil mix.
Where to Find Agave arcedianoensis
Agave arcedianoensis is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical climates.
Agave arcedianoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agave arcedianoensis?
Agave arcedianoensis
What are the common names of Agave arcedianoensis?
Arcediano's agave
What is the native range of Agave arcedianoensis?
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,