Henequen
Agave fourcroydes
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Basic Information
Family: Asparagaceae
Genus: agave
Plant ID (slug): agave-fourcroydes
Numeric ID: 22617
USDA Hardiness: 10-12
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Agave fourcroydes is an evergreen Perennial growing to 1.8 m (6ft) by 1.8 m (6ft) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils, prefers well-drained soil and can grow in nutritionally poor soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil and can tolerate drought.
Distribution
C. America - Guatemala to southern Mexico.
Habitats
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
The plant is used for medicinal purposes[317 ].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Agave fourcroydes Henequen
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