My Agave is flowering and soon it will die...(sob sob) Why?
Well, there's nothing I can do. That's its characteristic. Here is a short write up about this plant. Please read only if you're interested.
The genus Agave occurs natively in arid and tropical regions from the southern USA to northern South America, and throughout the Caribbean. More than 200 species are recognized.
It is a common misconception that agaves are cacti. Agaves are closely related to the lily and amaryllis families, and are not related to cacti. The name agave is derived from the Greek and means "noble," referring to their tall flower stalk. Some agave species have stalks reaching 40 feet. Agaves have many common and native local names including maguey, mescal, lechuguilla, amole and Century Plant. Agaves are rosette plants that live for several to many years before flowering. Each rosette will flower only once, then die. The English common name, Century Plant, is based on the mistaken belief that the plants grow for 100 years before blooming. In fact, some of the smaller species flower when only 3 to 4 years old. The larger species may live for 40 to 50 years before flowering.
So, after 5 years my beloved plant has reached its final destination! Soon flowers will bloom from this long tough stalk and out come its offspring. And once these offspring are fully develop the brave mother plant will wither and die. This is a case of happy (offspring) and sad (mother plant). May she rest in peace!
Why am I telling you all these? Yes, the actual purpose is...
...I'm putting up these offspring for adoption! I understand that agave plants can produce dozens of offspring each time! So I'm sure I will end up with many unwanted babies. Therefor if anyone out there who would like to adopt them please contact me.
They are very easy to be cared for. They are hardy and need very little attention which means no pruning or trimming. Just sunshine, a little water and a little fertilizer every now and then. They are great outdoor plants and make good ornaments for rock garden or desert garden.
Want one? I'll be more than happy to present them to you! But you need to come over to take it home yourself.
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ReplyDeletei am a high school student, and i want to write a journal about the agave. so ,i have a question, what is the difference between the bulbils and pups? thanks!