Leuchtenbergia principis, often referred to as "Agave Cactus" or "Agave Leuchtenbergia," is a unique and distinctive succulent plant that belongs to the cactus family, Cactaceae.Another much sought after cacti that originates from the Chihuahuan Desert of Mexico.

Growing:

• Leuchtenbergia principis is a solitary, slow-growing succulent with a striking appearance.

• And grow in deep pots to allow the tap root room to grow.

• The stem of Agave Leuchtenbergia principis can grow up to 1 foot tall and 6 inches wide, and is covered in long, sharp, yellow spines.

Key Features:

• Also known as the agave cactus, it has bluish green tubercles tipped with well- developed papery spines.

• Yellow daisy like flowers are produced at intervals over the summer months followed by smooth green fruit.

• Best in morning sun.

• It is a solitary plant that has a cylindrical stem with spiny ribs, similar to a cactus. Unlike most Agave species, it does not form a rosette of leaves at the base of the plant.

• The plant produces small yellow flowers in late summer or early fall.

• Agave Leuchtenbergia principis is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow and care for.

• It prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.

• It is drought-tolerant and should be watered only when the soil is completely dry.

The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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