Agave Angustifolia ‘Marginata’, aka Caribbean agave

Multiple large Agave Angustifolia marginata plants growing around a rock in landscaping
Common Name: Caribbean agave
AgaveCalifornia Naturalized
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Cultivated throughout California, from north to south. From dry farming to humid conditions, this agave can adapt to a variety of conditions.

Plant Details

Type
Agave
Native Region
Central Mexico
Mature Size
4-7' wide, 3-6 1/2' tall. Piña size, 45-120lbs estimated
Growth Rate
High, 4-6 years maturity
Where Excelled
Coastal California, Southern California, Northern California, Forests, Central Valley, Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Oregon
Watering
Low to high, high potential for dry farming
Reproduction
Bulb forming, 300-1000 bulbs. 50-350 hijuelos in it's lifetime
Sugar Content
25-37 Brix tested. Potential for 40+ brix
Uses
Landscaping, Spirits, Pulque, Bio Fuels, Fiber, Agave Syrup, Inulin
Available Sizes
  • 3-7" Plant, 100 for $200, 500 pack for $900.
  • 1,000 Seeds, $100 free shipping
  • 5,000 Seeds, $400 free shipping
Pest Resistance
  • Deer: Medium
  • Rodents: Medium
  • Aphids, Weevil: Medium
  • Cochineal: High
  • Coyote: High
Common Plagues
Aphids from overwatering. Gophers, ground squirrels.
Climate Observations
Plants under 1 year, 25-110F. Plants older than 1 year, 14-119F. Tolerant of high winds

More Photos

  • dark black Agave Angustifolia ‘Marginata’, aka Caribbean agave seeds in jar
  • Agave Angustifolia ‘Marginata’, aka Caribbean agave planted in the desert

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