Status:
valid
Authors:
W.C.Hodgs. & Salywon
Source:
ipni
Year:
2013
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 65: 11 (2013)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001336702
Common Names
- Agave yavapaiensis
- Yavapai Agave
- Yavapai's Agave
Description
Agave yavapaiensis (also called Yavapai Agave, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the Southwestern United States. It is a large plant, growing up to 2 m in height, with long, narrow leaves and small, yellow flowers. It is found in dry, open habitats, such as grasslands and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Agave yavapaiensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make herbal teas and to create natural dyes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Agave yavapaiensis has large, yellow-green flowers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and spindly.
Cultivation and Propagation
Agave yavapaiensis is a slow-growing succulent that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide plenty of light.
Where to Find Agave yavapaiensis
Agave yavapaiensis is native to the United States, specifically Arizona and New Mexico. It is found in desert scrub and grasslands.
Agave yavapaiensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Agave yavapaiensis?
Agave yavapaiensis
What type of plant is Agave yavapaiensis?
It is a type of succulent
Where is Agave yavapaiensis native to?
It is native to the United States
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
Wendy C. Hodgson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.C.Hodgs.' in the authors string.