American Aloe Online

This report covers ( Agave americana ), a popular, large, evergreen succulent known for its drought tolerance and dramatic flowering cycle. It is frequently referred to as the Century Plant or Maguey . 1. Plant Overview Scientific Name: Agave americana .

The plant is semelparous—it blooms only once in its lifetime, storing energy for decades before sending up a 20-30 foot flower stalk. american aloe

After flowering and producing seed, the main plant dies, but it typically leaves behind smaller "pups" or offsets to continue its life cycle. This report covers ( Agave americana ), a

A large, evergreen perennial that forms a rosette of thick, fleshy, grayish-green leaves, growing 3–7 feet tall and spreading up to 6–12 feet wide. 2. Growth and Lifecycle the main plant dies