Agave univittata

White-striped Agave

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Compact rosette succulent with striking white central stripes on dark green leaves, native to arid Mexican mountains.
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Plant Details

Common Name White-striped Agave
Family Asparagaceae
Genus Agave
Species Univittata
Origin Mexico
Blooming Rare indoors, monocarpic tall spike in summer after many years
Leaf Color Dark green with white central stripe
Sunlight Sun
Category Succulents plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining cactus mix with pumice and coarse sand

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Watering

Water sparingly during growing season, allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce heavily in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for optimal stripe contrast; protect from scorching afternoon heat in summer

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Fertilization

Feed lightly with diluted cactus fertilizer monthly during spring and summer only.

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Pruning

Remove dead basal leaves carefully; avoid damaging healthy rosette structure.

Pest Control Agave Weevil 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 2 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 95°
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)
3000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
5% – 40%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
100 – 800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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