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Mexcalmetl
Agave horrida
A dramatic, compact agave with fierce spines and glossy green leaves.
- Plant Type
- Perennials & Annuals
- Width
- 1.5-3 Ft.
- Height
- 1-2 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 8 - 11
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun, Part Shade
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Agave horrida is a stemless, succulent plant that forms a compact, formidably armed rosette of glossy dark green leaves. Reaching up to 3 feet in width, it features prominent, grey-white thorns along the leaf margins, giving it a striking serrated appearance. Native to volcanic outcroppings in Mexico, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. This slow-growing species is ideal for rock gardens, containers, or xeriscapes, offering high drought tolerance and a bold architectural form.