What is agave, agave pictures

1. What is

Agave is a herbaceous plant of the Asparagaceae family and the genus Agave. It is also known as dragon tongue palm and fanma. It is a perennial evergreen plant native to the tropical regions of America. At present, it is cultivated in South China and Southwest my country.

The leaves of this plant grow in a rosette shape, are fleshy, and have oblanceolate linear leaves. The width of the leaf is about 15-20cm, while the base is narrower, about 10-12cm wide. The leaves have thorns on the edges, and the thorns on the top are harder and dark brown.

2. Growth habits

1. Light-loving: The area where it grows must have good sunlight. It can only grow well in an environment with sufficient sunlight. If the sunlight is not very good, the growth will be poor.

2. Likes water: Agave likes sufficient water during its growth period, but it cannot have too much water. It should be watered in moderation. It is not very demanding on water. Generally, as long as it is not too lacking in water or too much water, it can grow well.

3. Not fond of fertilizer: It is a plant that does not like fertilizer and has strong adaptability. It can grow normally even in barren land. However, it will grow better with sufficient nutrients. Generally, it is enough to fertilize it once a year. If you fertilize it frequently, fertilizer damage will occur.