Agave parviflora

Small-flowered Agave

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A striking succulent forming a compact rosette of grey-green leaves with sharp terminal spines. Native to the Mexican highlands, it produces tall yellow flower spikes later in life.
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Plant Details

Common Name Small-flowered Agave
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Agave
Species Parviflora
Origin Mexico
Blooming Monocarpic, tall yellow flower stalk in late summer after maturity
Leaf Color Grey-green to blue-grey
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Cactus/succulent mix with high perlite or pumice content for maximum drainage

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Watering

Water deeply then allow soil to dry completely. Reduce drastically in winter dormancy. Avoid wetting rosette.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure to maintain compact form and color; tolerates partial shade only when young

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Fertilization

Apply diluted cactus fertilizer once monthly during spring/summer active growth. Do not fertilize in winter.

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Pruning

Remove dead outer leaves carefully; cut flower stalk after blooming if plant is to be preserved.

Pest Control Agave Weevil Aphid Mealybug Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 108°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 60%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3500 – 50000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 35%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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