Variegated Dwarf Butterfly Agave

Family

Agavaceae

Native

Mexico (North America)

Description

Agave isthmensis  Ohi Raijin Shiro Nakafu is a very rare, variegated selection of  Agave isthmensis. It makes a tight clump up to 4 inches tall and wide, that produces pups from the leaf axils instead of via underground runners.

Environment

Plant in full sun to light shade. Requires little irrigation. Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping . Suited for light shade to full sun. It grows well from suckers or seed and forms attractive specimens.

Landscape Uses

A wickedly attractive Agave that is great in small pots or nestled into a rock crevice..