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Agave zebra
Gentry
Because of its extremely heavy cross-zoned leaves one of the really attractive Agaves. Can become mediumsized to large with adequate keeping. Prefers a rocky and dry place with good drainage. In full sun this plant pays tribute to its name
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© Julia Etter & Martin Kristen
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Basic Data
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Subgenus |
Agave |
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Marmoratae |
Diameter |
up to 160cm |
Inflorescence |
250-400cm |
Flower Color |
yellow |
Flowering Time |
May - June |
Reproduction |
suckers, seed |
Common Name |
Mezcal lechuguilla |
Natural Location
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Occurrence |
Sonora |
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Very rocky locations in limestone massifs with good drainage. Very windy, full sun. Young plants grow in the shadow of bushes |
Remarks
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Geographically very remote member of the section "Marmoratae"
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Difficult to cultivate outdoors in Central Europe
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Various
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Various
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Various
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Indoor Summer
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Exposition |
sunny |
Watering |
moderately |
Indoor Winter
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Temperature |
keep over 6°C / 43°F |
Soil |
keep moderately moist |
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