Palmer's Century Plant (Agave palmeri)
Palmer's Century Plant (Agave palmeri) is a striking succulent native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico, forming dense rosettes of stiff, gray-green leaves.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Soil
Well-draining soil is crucial. Use a cactus or succulent mix, or amend sandy loam with perlite or gravel to ensure excellent drainage.
Temperature
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed sparingly during growing season.
Care Requirements
Full sun to partial shade.
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight.
Allow soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce in winter.
Drought tolerant, but benefits from occasional watering.
Well-draining soil is crucial. Use a cactus or succulent mix, or amend sandy loam with perlite or gravel to ensure excellent drainage.
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season.
Tolerates cooler temperatures but protect from hard frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed sparingly during growing season.
Use diluted balanced fertilizer; none in winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Succulent
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Slow
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Gray-green
Leaf Type
Succulent
Flower Size
2-3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classLiliopsida
- orderAsparagales
- familyAsparagaceae
- genusAgave
- speciesAgave palmeri
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No