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Identification
Common Name(s): Variegated Caribbean Agave, Ribbon Agave, Pacific Agave
Botanical Name: Agave angustifolia var. marginata
Family: Agavaceae
Easy to confuse with: Caribbean Agave (Agave angustifolia), which has no leaf stripes
Of Note: Like most agaves, this plant will flower once after approximately 10 years and then die. Flower stalk may persist for many months. Cutting off the stalk will not prolong the plant's life.
Maricopa County Master Gardener Volunteer Information
Last Updated October 4, 2003
Author: Lucy K. Bradley, Extension Agent Urban Horticulture, University of Arizona Cooperative Extension, Maricopa County
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