Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
intermixta
ID:
755142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Trel.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Mem. Natl. Acad. Sci. 11: 32 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754475

Common Names

  • Agave Intermixta
  • Intermingled Agave
  • Intermingled Century Plant

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Description

Agave intermixta (also called Intermixed Agave, among many other common names) is a species of agave native to Mexico. It is a large, solitary rosette-forming succulent with long, stiff leaves that are green to blue-green in color. It is found in dry forests and rocky areas in the Mexican states of Hidalgo, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Uses & Benefits

Agave intermixta is used for making paper, rope, and fabric. It is also used for ornamental purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agave intermixta 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 intermixta 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 intermixta

Agave intermixta can be found in Mexico, in the states of Jalisco, Michoacán, and Nayarit.

Agave intermixta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agave intermixta?

Agave intermixta

What is the natural habitat of Agave intermixta?

Deserts and dry scrublands

What is the average height of Agave intermixta?

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,

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