Agave lechuguilla
A small agave widely native to the Chihuahuan Desert. Called the 'indicator plant of the Chihuahuan Desert'. Sharp leaf tips and clumping habit. Strong fibers traditionally used for rope and baskets.
Agave lechuguilla is a small to medium agave native to vast areas from Texas and New Mexico in the USA southward through the Chihuahuan and Sonoran deserts of northern Mexico. It is one of the most emblematic plants of the Chihuahuan Desert. Stiff, narrow green to gray-green leaves grow semi-erect, lined with small upward-pointing marginal teeth. The extremely sharp terminal spine poses a genuine hazard to wildlife and humans alike. Mature rosettes are relatively small at 30–50 cm in diameter but produce offsets prolifically, forming extensive colonies. The fiber extracted from its leaves (ixtle) has been used by indigenous peoples for thousands of years. Cold-hardy to approximately -10°C and adapted to extreme aridity. Its small size and easy maintenance make it ideal for creating a desert atmosphere.
Origine
Texas and New Mexico (USA) to Chihuahuan and Sonoran deserts (Mexico)
Durée de vie
15-25 years
Taille
30-60cm (rosette diameter)
Température
-10〜40℃
Humidité
5〜30%
Requires strong direct sunlight
Tolerates extreme drought. Minimal watering needed
Hardy to approximately -10°C
Extremely sharp leaf tips. Careful placement in gardens
Beginner. C'est une espèce adaptée aux débutants. Aucun équipement spécial ni expérience n'est requis, et elle peut être maintenue avec succès avec une installation de soins de base.
La température idéale pour Agave Lechuguilla est -10〜40℃. L'humidité recommandée est 5〜30%. Évitez les changements brusques de température et maintenez un environnement stable.
La durée de vie moyenne de Agave Lechuguilla est 15-25 years. Avec des soins et une alimentation appropriés, ils peuvent vivre longtemps en bonne santé.
Agave Lechuguilla atteint généralement 30-60cm (rosette diameter) à l'âge adulte. La taille peut varier selon les conditions de soins et la génétique individuelle.
Le prix de Agave Lechuguilla varie considérablement selon le morph, la taille et la lignée. Consultez notre page de prix du marché pour les dernières informations.
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