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What is Century Plant

— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Century Plant (Agave parryi). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.

What is Century Plant?

The Century Plant (Agave parryi) is a perennial forb or subshrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, including Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, and parts of northeastern and northwestern Mexico. Century Plant (Latin: Agave parryi) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.

What is Century Plant used for?

Century Plant is most often used to support digestion. Each claim is rated by evidence strength - see the full profile for citations.

Is Century Plant safe?

Century Plant is generally considered safe when used at traditional doses. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.

Where does Century Plant grow?

Century Plant is a member native to ARI, MXE, MXN, MXS, NWM, and TEX. The Century Plant (Agave parryi) thrives in full sun and prefers well-draining soil that is either light (sandy) or medium.

Can I grow Century Plant at home?

Century Plant grows best in USDA zone 9-11, 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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