Agave Macroacantha
Agave macroacantha, also known as Black Spiny Agave or Large Spiny Agave, is a succulent plant species native to Mexico. It belongs to the asparagus family and is known for its striking appearance and unique characteristics.
1) Origin: Agave macroacantha is native to Mexico, particularly the states of San Luis Potosi, Hidalgo and Queretaro, where it grows in rocky, dry regions at altitudes of up to 2,700 metres above sea level.
2) Appearance: Agave macroacantha is a slow-growing succulent that forms a rosette of thick, fleshy leaves. The leaves have a triangular shape and are usually blue-grey to green in colour, with prominent dark spines along the margins and at the tips. The thorns are usually black or dark brown and can be large and sharp, giving the plant its common name of "Black Spiny Agave". The leaves also have attractive white markings or bands on the surface that add to their ornamental value.
3) Care: Agave macroacantha is a relatively low-maintenance plant, but needs special care to thrive.
4)Light: Agave macroacantha prefers full sun to partial shade, so it should be placed in a location that receives bright, direct sunlight for most of the day.
5)Temperature: This is a hardy plant that tolerates a wide range of temperatures, but prefers a warm, dry climate. It can tolerate occasional frost, but prolonged cold can damage the leaves.
Agave macroacantha is usually hardy to about -5 to -7 degrees Celsius, depending on the environmental conditions and the duration of the frost. Short periods of light frost can often be tolerated by the plant, but longer periods of frost can cause damage to the leaves and even death of the plant. It is advisable to protect the plant from heavy frost by covering it with a cover or fleece, or by placing it in sheltered areas when temperatures fall below the tolerated range. It is also important to ensure that the soil is well drained to prevent waterlogging as frozen soil can lead to root rot.
6)Water: Agave macroacantha is a drought tolerant plant and should be watered sparingly. It is important to let the soil dry well between waterings to prevent root rot. Overwatering can be fatal for this species.
7)Soil: Well-drained soil is essential for Agave macroacantha. It prefers sandy or rocky soil with good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
8)Fertiliser: Agave macroacantha does not need frequent fertilising. However, during the growing season (spring to autumn) a balanced, diluted liquid fertiliser can be applied once a month to encourage healthy growth.
9)Propagation: Agave macroacantha can be propagated by cuttings or "poops" that grow at the base of the plant. These can be carefully separated and planted in well-drained soil.
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Offered is plant from own succulent collection; species fairly cared for over several years (with rest break in winter); grown from small plant, not over-fertilised therefore robust & healthy (100% organic quality before quantity! ), slow growing; potted in self-mixed permeable organic substrate; repotting only desired in 2-3 years; easy to care for, for a (very) sunny location, please avoid waterlogging; (conditionally) hardy, until now always overwintered outside on the house wall in a fully dry location; overwinter in a dry location; enjoy your new black spiny Agave / Agave macroacantha!
1) Origin: Agave macroacantha is native to Mexico, particularly the states of San Luis Potosi, Hidalgo and Queretaro, where it grows in rocky, dry regions at altitudes of up to 2,700 metres above sea level.
2) Appearance: Agave macroacantha is a slow-growing succulent that forms a rosette of thick, fleshy leaves. The leaves have a triangular shape and are usually blue-grey to green in colour, with prominent dark spines along the margins and at the tips. The thorns are usually black or dark brown and can be large and sharp, giving the plant its common name of "Black Spiny Agave". The leaves also have attractive white markings or bands on the surface that add to their ornamental value.
3) Care: Agave macroacantha is a relatively low-maintenance plant, but needs special care to thrive.
4)Light: Agave macroacantha prefers full sun to partial shade, so it should be placed in a location that receives bright, direct sunlight for most of the day.
5)Temperature: This is a hardy plant that tolerates a wide range of temperatures, but prefers a warm, dry climate. It can tolerate occasional frost, but prolonged cold can damage the leaves.
Agave macroacantha is usually hardy to about -5 to -7 degrees Celsius, depending on the environmental conditions and the duration of the frost. Short periods of light frost can often be tolerated by the plant, but longer periods of frost can cause damage to the leaves and even death of the plant. It is advisable to protect the plant from heavy frost by covering it with a cover or fleece, or by placing it in sheltered areas when temperatures fall below the tolerated range. It is also important to ensure that the soil is well drained to prevent waterlogging as frozen soil can lead to root rot.
6)Water: Agave macroacantha is a drought tolerant plant and should be watered sparingly. It is important to let the soil dry well between waterings to prevent root rot. Overwatering can be fatal for this species.
7)Soil: Well-drained soil is essential for Agave macroacantha. It prefers sandy or rocky soil with good drainage to prevent waterlogging, which can lead to root rot.
8)Fertiliser: Agave macroacantha does not need frequent fertilising. However, during the growing season (spring to autumn) a balanced, diluted liquid fertiliser can be applied once a month to encourage healthy growth.
9)Propagation: Agave macroacantha can be propagated by cuttings or "poops" that grow at the base of the plant. These can be carefully separated and planted in well-drained soil.
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Offered is plant from own succulent collection; species fairly cared for over several years (with rest break in winter); grown from small plant, not over-fertilised therefore robust & healthy (100% organic quality before quantity! ), slow growing; potted in self-mixed permeable organic substrate; repotting only desired in 2-3 years; easy to care for, for a (very) sunny location, please avoid waterlogging; (conditionally) hardy, until now always overwintered outside on the house wall in a fully dry location; overwinter in a dry location; enjoy your new black spiny Agave / Agave macroacantha!
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