5-14cm Agave salmiana VAR

Agave salmiana (Giant Agave)

Description:
Agave salmiana, commonly known as Giant Agave or Pulque Agave, is a massive and impressive succulent species native to central and southern Mexico. This monumental plant forms a gigantic rosette of thick, fleshy leaves that can reach astonishing sizes of 1.5-2 meters in height and 2-3 meters in diameter. The leaves are characterized by their deep green to blue-green coloration, substantial width, and formidable marginal teeth that range from dark brown to reddish-brown - a feature that likely inspired its Chinese name "赤牙龙" (Red Tooth Dragon). The leaves terminate in a sharp, dark spine, adding to its dramatic appearance. This species is particularly noted for its economic importance in producing pulque, a traditional Mexican fermented beverage. Its grand scale and architectural form make it an exceptional landscape specimen in suitable climates.