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Dasylirion wheeleri, commonly known as the tar plant or Mexican aloe, is a subshrub to shrub native to the arid regions of Arizona, Mexico (Northeast and Northwest), and New Mexico, Texas. Dasylirion wheeleri (Latin: Dasylirion wheeleri) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Dasylirion wheeleri is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Dasylirion wheeleri is a member native to ARI, MXE, MXN, NWM, and TEX. Dasylirion wheeleri thrives in full sun and prefers dry to moist conditions.
Dasylirion wheeleri grows best in USDA zone 7-10, full sun light, and dry, moist water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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