Plant care guide
Foxtail agave
Agave attenuata · Asparagaceae
A smooth-edged, spineless agave forming a rosette of soft green leaves. Older plants develop a short, ringed trunk, while young offsets have narrower, more upright leaves. The photos appear consistent with a young offset and a mature specimen.
Plant care
- Light
- Bright light to full or partial sun. Acclimate gradually before moving into strong direct sun.
- Watering
- Approximately every 2–4 weeks during warm growth, and much less often in cool weather. Wait until the potting mix is dry nearly to the bottom. Check with a wooden skewer or finger through the drainage hole, then water thoroughly and empty the saucer.
- Soil
- Very fast-draining succulent mix amended generously with pumice, perlite, or coarse grit; always use a pot with drainage holes.
- Humidity
- Normal household or outdoor humidity; avoid persistently damp, poorly ventilated conditions.
- Temperature
- Best around 15–29°C (59–84°F); protect from frost and prolonged cold, wet conditions.
- Toxicity
- Sap can irritate skin, and ingestion may cause gastrointestinal upset in people and pets. Handle damaged leaves with gloves.