{"product_id":"agave-lophantha-4-pot","title":"Agave lophantha - 4\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAgave lophantha (also sold as Agave univittata), commonly called the thorn-crested or centre-stripe agave, is a small to medium succulent that forms a symmetrical rosette of stiff, sword-shaped leaves. Each leaf is olive to deep green with a lighter pale-green stripe down the centre and is edged with sharp marginal teeth tipped by a stout terminal spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNative to the limestone hills of southern Texas and north-eastern Mexico, it is exceptionally tough and well suited to India's hot, dry plains and rocky urban terraces. It stays manageable in size, suckers freely to form clusters, and tolerates heat, drought and neglect once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLike all agaves it is monocarpic: an individual rosette flowers once after many years, sending up a tall spike, then dies, but is replaced by the offsets (pups) it produces around its base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsparagaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouthern Texas (USA) and north-eastern Mexico\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45-60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow to moderate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvergreen; narrow stiff green leaves with a pale central stripe and toothed margins\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreenish-yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOnce at maturity (after many years); spring to summer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical and subtropical; suits most of India, protect from heavy monsoon waterlogging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun to bright light; at least 5-6 hours of direct sun for tight, well-coloured rosettes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow; water only when soil is fully dry. Reduce sharply in monsoon and winter to avoid rot\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast-draining gritty mix; cactus\/succulent soil or garden soil amended with coarse sand and perlite\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThrives at 18-38 C; tolerates brief cold but protect from frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrefers low to moderate humidity; dislikes prolonged dampness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight feeder; a dilute balanced or low-nitrogen feed once or twice in the growing season is enough\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal; remove only dried, damaged or lower spent leaves at the base\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 2-3 years or when crowded with pups; choose a slightly larger pot with drainage holes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBy offsets (pups) detached from the base; also by seed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGenerally pest-resistant; watch for agave snout weevil, mealybugs and scale; rot from overwatering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSap and spines can irritate skin and eyes; mildly toxic if ingested and the leaf tips can injure pets and children\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Agave lophantha is a versatile ornamental for Indian gardens and homes:\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;ul\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Striking accent or specimen plant in pots, terraces and balconies\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Rockeries, gravel gardens and xeriscape (low-water) landscapes\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Mass-planted as a tough, low-maintenance ground feature in hot, dry sites\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;li\u0026gt;Architectural form for modern and minimalist garden designs\u0026lt;\/li\u0026gt;\u0026lt;\/ul\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;Plant in a gritty, free-draining mix and a pot with drainage holes; standing water is the main killer.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;During the monsoon, move container plants under a covered area or shift to the driest, sunniest spot and stop watering until the soil dries out.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u0026lt;p\u0026gt;In summer give bright sun and occasional deep watering; in winter keep nearly dry. Wear gloves and handle by the pot, not the leaves, because of the sharp marginal teeth and terminal spine. Pot up the offsets that form around the base to grow new plants.\u0026lt;\/p\u0026gt;\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Agave lophantha in India?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater only when the soil has dried out completely, roughly every 1-2 weeks in summer. Cut back drastically during the monsoon and winter, as excess water causes root rot. When in doubt, do not water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Agave lophantha need full sun?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. It grows best in full sun with at least 5-6 hours of direct light, which keeps the rosette tight and well coloured. It also tolerates bright, partly shaded spots but may grow looser there.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Agave lophantha safe around pets and children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandle it with care. The leaf margins have sharp teeth and a stiff terminal spine that can injure pets and children, and the sap can irritate skin and eyes. Place it away from walkways and play areas.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51047458373878,"sku":"PLT-AGAVELOPHANT-P04-NA","price":100.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/nurserylive-agave-lophantha-ghaypat-plant_4b7177a3-0d8c-48fb-8000-3e5afacd0e20.jpg?v=1782710787","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/agave-lophantha-4-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}