Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Genus:
Species:
cajalbanensis
ID:
754882

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Álvarez

Source:
wcs

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 1: 34 (1980 publ. 1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000754215



Common Names

  • Cajalbanensis Agave
  • Cajalbanensis Century Plant
  • Cajalbanensis Fox Tail Agave


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Description

Agave cajalbanensis (also called Cajalban agave, among many other common names) is a perennial succulent plant native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub with a rosette of fleshy, spiny-edged leaves. It typically grows in dry, rocky areas and is drought-tolerant.

Uses & Benefits

Agave cajalbanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source. Its leaves can be used to make rope and paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Agave cajalbanensis has yellow flowers with green centers and black seeds. The seedlings are small and have thick, spiny leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Agave cajalbanensis is a tropical plant that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It should be fertilized regularly with a balanced fertilizer and watered regularly. Pruning is necessary to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Agave cajalbanensis

Agave cajalbanensis can be found in the Mexican states of Hidalgo, Puebla, and Veracruz.

Agave cajalbanensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Agave cajalbanensis?

Agave cajalbanensis

What is the natural habitat of Agave cajalbanensis?

Agave cajalbanensis is native to Mexico.

What type of soil does Agave cajalbanensis prefer?

Agave cajalbanensis prefers well-drained soil.

Species in the Agave genus

Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina, Agave colorata, Agave confertiflora, Agave congesta, Agave convallis, Agave cundinamarcensis, Agave cupreata, Agave datylio,

Species in the Asparagaceae family

Acanthocarpus canaliculatus, Acanthocarpus humilis, Acanthocarpus parviflorus, Acanthocarpus preissii, Acanthocarpus robustus, Acanthocarpus rupestris, Acanthocarpus verticillatus, Agave acicularis, Agave acklinicola, Agave ajoensis, Agave aktites, Agave albescens, Agave albomarginata, Agave americana, Agave angustiarum, Agave angustifolia, Agave anomala, Agave antillarum, Agave apedicellata, Agave applanata, Agave arizonica, Agave arubensis, Agave asperrima, Agave atrovirens, Agave attenuata, Agave aurea, Agave avellanidens, Agave bahamana, Agave bicolor, Agave boldinghiana, Agave bovicornuta, Agave braceana, Agave bracteosa, Agave brevipetala, Agave brevispina, Agave brittoniana, Agave brunnea, Agave bulliana, Agave cacozela, Agave cajalbanensis, Agave calodonta, Agave capensis, Agave caribaeicola, Agave cerulata, Agave chamelensis, Agave chiapensis, Agave chrysantha, Agave chrysoglossa, Agave cocui, Agave collina,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-293667: Based on the initial data import
Alberto Álvarez de Zayas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Álvarez' in the authors string.