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Agave attenuata
Salm 1834


This is undoubtedly one of the few unmistakable species in this genus, if not the only one. Its small size, harmless appearance, and relatively simple cultivation make it a common plant in gardens of temperate regions.
SuculentasAsparagaceae Agavoideae Agave attenuataSalm 1834
Foto:Jleon 2007-06-10

SuculentasAsparagaceae Agavoideae Agave attenuataSalm 1834
Foto:Jleon 2007-06-10 Arching inflorescence.

SuculentasAsparagaceae Agavoideae Agave attenuataSalm 1834
Foto:Jleon 2007-06-10 The complete absence of spines or any other defensive elements is noted.

SuculentasAsparagaceae Agavoideae Agave attenuataSalm 1834
Foto:Jleon 2007-06-10 The small stem is visible, which in older specimens can reach half a meter.

Nombres en Desuso:
Agave cernua (Berger 1915) Vease -> Agave attenuata (Salm 1834)
Agave glaucescens (Hook 1862) Vease -> Agave attenuata (Salm 1834)
Agave pruinosa (Lem ex Jacobi 1865) Vease -> Agave attenuata (Salm 1834)
Bibliography Agave
(2003) Agaves of Continental North America ISBN: 0-8165-2395-9

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