Succulents
Mescal Ceniza
Agave colorata
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Striking banded leaves with distinctive toothed margins. Also try A. chrysantha, A. murpheyi, and A. palmeri.
The Basics
Type: SucculentsSun: Full SunHardiness: 15°FWater: Very LowNative To: southern Sonora, northern SinaloaGrowth
Growth Rate: ModerateMature Height: 3'Mature Width: 3'Mature Form: Compact rosetteFoliage
EvergreenColor: Gray-greenTexture: CoarseWildlife
Stalk bloom attracts nocturnal pollinatorsFlowers
Flower Color: YellowSeason: SpringComments
Litter: LowThorns: Sharp tipsIrritation: None![](/_next/image?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwebcms.amwua.org%2Fmedia%2F1568316927aaa2bdf59d45.jpg&w=3840&q=75)
Photo By: Dave Seibert