Agave bracteosa var. Mateo
The Agave bracteosa var. Mateo is an upright growing succulent indigenous to Mexico. Rosettes are typically solitary. Leaves take on a beautiful light green to green color. Unlike the vast majority of other species in the Agave genus, this plant sports spineless leaves. Each leaf has a pale band going down the center. Leaves initially grow vertically in the center of the plant, eventually arching back towards the outside.
The Agave bracteosa var. Mateo is drought tolerant (especially in coastal gardens). Good candidate for cactus and succulent gardens. Low water needs. Thrives in full sun to light shade. Requires a well-draining soil.
Attributes:
Children/pet friendly-
1. Unlike the majority of other Agaves, this species sports spineless leaves
Xeriscaping-
1. Low overall water needs
2. Drought tolerant
3. Great candidate for cactus/succulent gardens
Container plant-
1. Perfect candidate for containers
2. Small - medium sized Agave
3. Growth rates can be greatly reduced by keeping said specimen in smaller pot
Corporate Clients (The King hangs hard)
Movies:
RoboCop (1987)
RoboCop 2 (1990)
Hot Pursuit (2015)
Television:
USA Network's Queen of the South (2019)
Botanical Gardens:
New York Botanical Gardens
Oklahoma City Zoo/Botanical Gardens
Mercer Arboretum in Houston, Texas
Meijer Gardens in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Zoos:
Houston, TX Zoo
San Antonio, TX Zoo
Other Clientele:
Houston, TX Rodeo
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