Agave franzosinii
Native to Mexico. Trunk-less rosette similar to Agave americana, but more imposing and beautifully colored silvery-gray or bluish-gray. Leaves are rough, up to 8 feet long and 10 inches wide, blackish marginal hook spines. Inflorescence up to 36 feet high.
Sometimes called an "Octopus Agave" because of its wild shape. This plant produces lots of flowering plant babies. May also be rooted. With soft leaves on the spine and at the tip.
Synonyms:
Agave franzosini
Agave frederici
Agave beauleriana
The Cactus King's Grow Log:
"Took a 19 degree temperature hit. Some died. Some Lived. All were burnt in the center."
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
The Cactus King's cacti and succulents have gone international! If you ever find yourself in China with a little spare time, head to the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom. It is the largest Aquarium in the world (no big deal, pun definitely intended).
The Cactus King's plants are also featured in the Chimelong Ocean Kingdom's partner parks. These include their water park, amusement park, crocodile park and botanical gardens.