Agave polianthiflora Gentry
Agave polianthiflora is a relatively small member of the genus Agave, in the subfamily Agavoideae, endemic to northern Mexico.
The succulent is native to the States of Sinaloa, Chihuahua and Sonora.
Because the species is widespread and appears to have a stable population, it is not considered by the IUCN to be threatened.
Description
Agave polianthiflora produces a small basal leaf rosette of about 30 cm (12 in) in diameter.
Leaves are narrow and lanceolate, with multiple white filaments protruding from their edges. Flowers are red and tubular, 4–12.5 cm (1.6–4.9 in) in length and narrow, unusual in the genus.
The flower spike is 100–200 cm (3.3–6.6 ft) tall.
Agave polianthiflora - Wikipedia
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