Agave utahensis discreta
Century plant
Evergreen perennial
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The Agave utahensis discreta plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - found in the Grand Canyon. It is a member of the Agavaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Century plant.

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Latin Name:  Agave utahensis discreta
Common Name:  Century plant
Family:  Agavaceae
Author:  Engelm.
 
Known Hazards:  The plants have a very sharp and tough spine at the tip of each leaf. They need to be carefully sited in the garden.
 
Mature Height:  4   Mature Width:  2
 
Habitat:  Dry stony limestone slopes, 1000 - 1500 metres[71].

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