Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
attenuata
ID:
754833

Status:
valid

Authors:
Salm-Dyck

Source:
wcs

Year:
1834

Citation Micro:
Hort. Dyck. : 303 (1834)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754166

Common Names

  • Fox Tail Agave
  • Saw-Toothed Agave
  • Saw-Toothed Century Plant

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Description

Agave attenuata (also called Fox Tail Agave, among many other common names) is a species of succulent native to Mexico. It is a large rosette-forming succulent with thick, fleshy leaves and white margins. It grows in a variety of habitats, including dry scrubland and rocky slopes.

Uses & Benefits

Agave attenuata is used for making ropes, mats, and baskets. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Agave attenuata sub. dentata (J.Verschaff.) B.Ullrich
Agave attenuata sub. attenuata

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Agave attenuata is a yellowish-green color. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agave attenuata is a slow-growing succulent that can be propagated by seed or offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°F (-12°C). It is best to water deeply but infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Agave attenuata

Agave attenuata is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.

Agave attenuata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agave attenuata?

Agave attenuata

What is the common name of Agave attenuata?

Fox Tail Agave

What is the natural habitat of Agave attenuata?

Agave attenuata is native to the southwestern United States and northern 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,

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