Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
horrida
ID:
755120

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lem. ex Jacobi

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Hamburger Garten- Blumenzeitung 20: 546 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754453

Common Names

  • Agave Horrida
  • Hairy Agave
  • Hairy Century Plant

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Description

Agave horrida (also called rough 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 horrida is used for making paper, rope, and fabric. It is also used for ornamental purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Agave horrida sub. horrida

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agave horrida 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 horrida is a slow-growing, evergreen succulent that can be propagated by seed or by offsets. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is a low-maintenance plant and requires minimal care.

Where to Find Agave horrida

Agave horrida can be found in Mexico, in the states of Chihuahua, Durango, and Zacatecas.

Agave horrida FAQ

What are the common names of Agave horrida?

Agave horrida is commonly known as the 'Hairy Agave'

What type of soil does Agave horrida prefer?

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

What is the average size of Agave horrida?

Agave horrida 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-293884: Based on the initial data import
Charles Antoine Lemaire (1800-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lem.' in the authors string.
Georg Albano von Jacobi (1805-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jacobi' in the authors string.