Agave

Agaves are beautiful succulent plants that grow in rosette shapes with toothed edges. They are commonly found in arid areas of Mexico and are perfectly adapted to these conditions, much like cacti. Agave plants can live for many years and produce a spectacular flowering display before they die, perpetuating themselves by producing offsets.

While Agave americana is well-known, Agave parryi is just as beautiful and more resistant to cold. Despite their seemingly fixed appearance, Agaves grow slowly and are sensitive to changes in seasons and weather. They thrive in sunny, well-drained soil that is not ideal for conventional plants.

"Agave" comes from the Greek word "agauos," which means admirable and refers to the plant's beauty. Agaves are slow-growing and create a solid, mineral-like presence in their surroundings.