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Century Plant
Agave americana
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Plant blooms every 10 years. Propagates by pups."

Leaves
Thick and massive gray-green leaves grow to be 6-10 ft. in length with long (up to an inch) spines on the tip and margins.

Flowers
3-4 inch yellow-green flowers.

Fruit
Information not available.

Trunk
No stems.

Propagation
Information not available.

Landscape usage
Large, spiny plant that should NOT be used next to walkways. Works fine as a decorative touch to the front or ends of a hedge. Can also be used as a specimen for the far corner of a lot or the center of a side mulch bed.

Interesting Facts
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Century Plant
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Summary

Type: Shrub
Salt Tolerant:
High
Height: 20-40 ft
Spread: N/A
Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full sun
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native
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No
Wildlife: No



For more detailed information on this plant go to:
Volusia Extension

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