Status:
valid
Authors:
Villarreal, Ram.-Gam. & A.E.Estrada
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. Res. Inst. Texas 8: 443 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342888
Description
Agave madrensis (also called Agave madrensis, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant native to the tropical regions of Mexico. It has large, spiny leaves with yellow flowers that bloom in the summer. It grows in dry, sunny areas and is often found in deserts and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Agave madrensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for making tequila.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Agave madrensis are yellow and have a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agave madrensis is a perennial succulent that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers dry, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done in spring or summer when temperatures are warm. Seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from mature plants and rooted in a dry medium. Once established, Agave madrensis is drought tolerant.
Where to Find Agave madrensis
Agave madrensis is found in the Sierra Madre Occidental in Mexico.
Agave madrensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agave madrensis?
Agave madrensis
What is the common name of Agave madrensis?
Madrean agave
What is the natural habitat of Agave madrensis?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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,