Agave chiapensis - 5ga leucospermum Initially solitary

Initially solitary

orange or red inflorescences

careful summer watering

with long teeth along the margins and backs of leaves

transitions to a rough base

Agave chiapensis - 5ga leucospermum Initially solitaryIf you need a 'tropical' looking agave then you've found a match! Agave chiapensis is a medium sized, robust, agave with beautiful, light green leaves that are variable but tend toward an ovate shape. It will grow to 2 feet tall by 3 feet with leaves that have closely spaced small teeth and a 1 inch long terminal spine. The flower stalk grows to 6 foot tall, is unbranched and bears green flowers that are often flushed with purple. Hardy to 28f. This