Status:
valid
Authors:
(Matuda) G.D.Rowley
Source:
tro
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Repert. Pl. Succ. 26: 4 (1975 publ. 1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286593
Common Names
- Guerrero Agave
- Agave guerrerensis
- Guerrero Agave
Description
Agave guerrerensis (also called Guerrero Agave, among many other common names) is an evergreen succulent native to Mexico. It has large, spiny leaves and yellow flowers. It grows best in full sun and well-drained soil.
Uses & Benefits
Agave guerrerensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Agave guerrerensis flower is a bright yellow color and has a bell-shaped form. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agave guerrerensis is an evergreen perennial that is native to Texas and Oklahoma. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division should be done in early spring or late fall.
Where to Find Agave guerrerensis
Agave guerrerensis is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, rocky areas.
Agave guerrerensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agave guerrerensis?
Agave guerrerensis
What type of plant is Agave guerrerensis?
It is a succulent
Where is Agave guerrerensis native to?
It is native to 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,