Publication: Cact. Succ. J. (Los Angeles) 42: 225, fig. 4M, 5, 6. 1970
Description
Small, relatively rare, dwarf species that forms a tight rosette similar in size and shape to Agave deserti var. simplex.
Leaves: Stiff, bluish green leaves.
Origin and Habitat
Arizona (Southwestern U.S.A., Northern America)
Grows in open rocky slopes and dry scrubland between 900 and 1800 m.
Cultivation and Propagation
It is tolerant of drought and severe freezes.
Propagation: Relatively easy to propagate by seeds or by suckers (if available) Remove the basal suckers in spring or summer and let the cuttings dry for a few days before inserting in compost.. only problem is the logistics of getting to the suckers - very sharp spines and suckers usually right up against, or underneath the mother plant.
Uses: These striking plants are wonderful when used for accent or simply to provide some all year round foliage colour and often used in a pot as a patio plant, they make an eye-catching statement and along with other evergreen plants in pots, can be moved around to change the scenery or position to give more shelter.Uses: These striking plants are wonderful when used for accent or simply to provide some all year round foliage colour and often used in a pot as a patio plant, they make an eye-catching statement and along with other evergreen plants in pots, can be moved around to change the scenery or position to give more shelter.