Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
jarucoensis
ID:
755153

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Álvarez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 1(1): 6 (1980 publ. 1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754486

Common Names

  • Agave Jarucoensis
  • Jaruco Agave
  • Jaruco Century Plant

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Description

Agave jarucoensis (also called Jaruco Agave, among many other common names) is a species of agave native to Mexico. It is a large, solitary rosette-forming succulent with long, thin, flexible 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 jarucoensis is used for making paper, rope, and fabric. It is also used for ornamental purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agave jarucoensis has a yellow-green flower with a short stem and a small seed head. The seedlings are small and green, with a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agave jarucoensis 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 jarucoensis

Agave jarucoensis can be found in Cuba, in the provinces of Artemisa, Mayabeque, and Pinar del Río.

Agave jarucoensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agave jarucoensis?

Agave jarucoensis

What is the natural habitat of Agave jarucoensis?

Agave jarucoensis is native to Mexico.

What type of soil does Agave jarucoensis prefer?

Agave jarucoensis prefers well-drained soil.

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-293915: Based on the initial data import
Alberto Álvarez de Zayas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Álvarez' in the authors string.