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Agave americana, commonly known as the century plant, is a perennial subshrub or herb native to Arizona and various regions of Mexico, including Central, Gulf, Northeast, Northwest, and Southwest Mexico, as well as Texas. Agave (Latin: Agave americana) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Agave is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Agave is a member native to ARI, MXC, MXG, MXE, MXN, and MXS. Agave thrives in full sun and prefers a well-draining soil that is light (sandy) or medium.
Agave grows best in USDA zone 8-11, full sun light, dry, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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