Botanical Name: Agave colorata Add
Common Name: Mescal Ceniza Agave  
Plant photo of: Agave colorata
  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Succulent

 

Height Range

Under 1', 1-3'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green, Grey

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: George Hull MSN
Photographer: Mountain States Nursery
  • Description

  • Notes

Medium sized, forms low clumps 3' tall x 4' wide. Striking blue-grey leaves short & broad with intricate bud prints. Leaves are heavily toothed with dark brown teeth. Native to Sonora, Mexico, is hardy to 15f. Slow to moderate growth rate, thrives in full sun and reflected heat exposures. It will also grow in coastal areas with good drainage. Protect from agave snout weevil Great in pots or in the landscape. Bright yellow flowers.-Mountain States Nursery