Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
maculata
ID:
755215

Status:
valid

Authors:
Regel

Source:
wcs

Year:
1856

Citation Micro:
Index Seminum (LE, Petropolitanus) 1856: 16 (1856)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754548

Common Names

  • Agave maculata
  • Spotted Agave
  • Maculata Agave

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Description

Agave maculata (also called Spotted Agave, among many other common names) is a species of agave native to Mexico. It grows to a height of 0.2–1 m with large, spiny leaves and small, yellow-green flowers. It is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Agave maculata is used for making alcoholic beverages, such as tequila and mezcal. It is also used for making soap, shampoo, and other beauty products. The plant is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agave maculata has yellow flowers, small seeds and seedlings that are about 2 inches tall.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agave maculata is a slow-growing, evergreen succulent that can be propagated by division or offsets. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F).

Where to Find Agave maculata

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

Agave maculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agave maculata?

Agave maculata

What is the common name of Agave maculata?

Spotted Century Plant

Where is Agave maculata native to?

Mexico

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,