| Common Name | Silk Agave |
| Family | Asparagaceae |
| Genus | Agave |
| Species | Filifera |
| Origin | Mexico (Baja California) |
| Blooming | Monocarpic, blooms once after 10-25 years with a tall flower stalk in summer. |
| Leaf Color | Blue-green to grey-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Cactus mix with high mineral content, pumice or perlite for drainage.
Drought tolerant. Water deeply only when soil is completely dry. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy. Avoid wetting leaves to prevent rot.
Requires full sun exposure to maintain compact form and vibrant leaf color; tolerates partial shade but grows slower.
Minimal feeding needed. Apply diluted cactus fertilizer once in spring during active growth.
Remove dead basal leaves carefully. Avoid damaging the terminal spine or new growth tip.
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