Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
gypsophila
ID:
755098

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gentry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Agaves Cont. N. Amer. : 510 (1982)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754431

Common Names

  • Agave Gypsophila
  • Gypsum-Loving Agave
  • Gypsum-Loving Century Plant

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Description

Agave gypsophila (also called gypsum agave, among many other common names) is a species of agave native to Mexico. It is a perennial succulent with a rosette of leaves and a basal stem. It grows in dry, rocky habitats and can reach up to 1.5 m in height.

Uses & Benefits

Agave gypsophila is used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of fiber for making rope and baskets.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agave gypsophila has a bright yellow flower with a long stem and a large seed head. The seedlings are small and green, with a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agave gypsophila is a slow-growing, drought-tolerant succulent that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA zones 9-11.

Where to Find Agave gypsophila

Agave gypsophila can be found in the southwestern US, from California to Texas.

Agave gypsophila FAQ

What are the common names of Agave gypsophila?

Agave gypsophila is commonly known as the 'Gypsum Agave'

What type of soil does Agave gypsophila prefer?

Agave gypsophila prefers well-drained soil with a slightly acidic pH.

What is the average size of Agave gypsophila?

Agave gypsophila typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet and a width of 2 to 4 feet.

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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