Agavoideae (Endl. 1842) Of immense economic and social importance, both for its use in fiber production and for its ornamental applications, as well as in the preparation of alcoholic beverages deeply rooted in various American countries. Etymology: Plants that resemble Agave.Place of Origin: Arid zones of the Americas, from the southwestern United States to Mexico and Central America, with some species also present in semi-arid regions of South America.
Scilloideae (Endl. 1836) Etymology: Scilloideae means a subfamily of plants similar to Scilla.Place of Origin: Europe, particularly the Mediterranean regions; South Africa and North Africa; Western and Central Asia; and some islands of Macaronesia.