Century Plant (Agave Americana) is a perennial succulent in the Asparagaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.
Agave americana is a large, perennial succulent native to Mexico and the southern United States, valued for its dramatic rosette of spiny, blue-green leaves and towering flower spike.

Century Plant
Agave Americana
Agave americana is a large, perennial succulent native to Mexico and the southern United States, valued for its dramatic rosette of spiny, blue-green leaves and towering flower spike.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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