Description
Agave ornithobroma (also called Bird's-foot Agave, among many other common names) is a species of succulent plant native to the Mexican states of Jalisco and Michoacán. It is a small, solitary, rosette-forming succulent with a short stem and many narrow, gray-green leaves. It is found in rocky areas, in oak and pine-oak forests, and in grasslands at elevations of 1,500–2,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Agave ornithobroma is used for making ropes, mats, and baskets. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Agave ornithobroma is yellowish-green in color and tubular in shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single leaf.