Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
inaequidens
ID:
755134

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Koch

Source:
wcs

Year:
1860

Citation Micro:
Wochenschr. Vereines Beförd. Gartenbaues Königl. Preuss. Staaten 3: 28 (1860)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754467

Common Names

  • Agave Inaequidens
  • Unequal-Toothed Agave
  • Unequal-Toothed Century Plant

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Description

Agave inaequidens (also called unequal-toothed 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 inaequidens is used for making paper, rope, and fabric. It is also used for ornamental purposes.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Agave inaequidens sub. inaequidens
Agave inaequidens sub. barrancensis Gentry

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agave inaequidens 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 inaequidens 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 inaequidens

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

Agave inaequidens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agave inaequidens?

Agave inaequidens

What is the natural habitat of Agave inaequidens?

Deserts and dry scrublands

What is the average height of Agave inaequidens?

Up to 1.5 meters

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-293898: Based on the initial data import
Karl Koch (1809-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Koch' in the authors string.