Agave filifera
Also known as: Thread agave
The thread agave: dark green compact rosette decorated with curling white threads peeling from the leaf margins — a lace-like look on a tough, cold-tolerant plant. It comes from Mexico (Hidalgo, Michoacán), stays around Rosette 30–50 cm, and tolerates USDA 8b–11; hardy to about -6 °C dry. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Agave
- Origin: Mexico (Hidalgo, Michoacán)
- Mature size: Rosette 30–50 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 8b–11; hardy to about -6 °C dry
- Toxicity: Spines sharp
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Agave
- Origin
- Mexico (Hidalgo, Michoacán)
- Mature size
- Rosette 30–50 cm
- Growth habit
- Compact rosette with curling white thread filaments on margins
- Leaf colour
- Dark green with white curling threads along edges
- Flower colour
- Dense green-purple spike (monocarpic)
- Hardiness
- USDA 8b–11; hardy to about -6 °C dry
- Toxicity
- Spines sharp
- Other names
- Thread agave
About the Agave filifera
The thread agave: dark green compact rosette decorated with curling white threads peeling from the leaf margins — a lace-like look on a tough, cold-tolerant plant. Smaller and gentler than most agaves.
Care and cultivation
Agaves want full sun, sharp drainage and space. Most are monocarpic: the main rosette flowers once and dies, leaving pups to continue. Wear eye protection when working near spined species, and keep winter rain off the crowns of tender species. Light: Full sun to very bright light. Water: Every 2–3 weeks in summer; little in winter. Use a Extremely gritty mineral mix.
Description
Agave filifera is an Agave succulent from Mexico (Hidalgo, Michoacán). The thread agave: dark green compact rosette decorated with curling white threads peeling from the leaf margins — a lace-like look on a tough, cold-tolerant plant. Smaller and gentler than most agaves.
Identification
Look for: Dark green with white curling threads along edges leaves in a Rosette 30–50 cm form. Also answers to Thread agave. The genus is Agave, which already narrows down the care requirements considerably. Nickname: 'Thread agave'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water my Agave filifera?
Every 2–3 weeks in summer; little in winter. Always let the soil dry completely between waterings, and water less in winter when growth slows.
How much light does Agave filifera need?
Full sun to very bright light. If the plant stretches or loses colour, it needs more light.
Related succulents
Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Agave filifera, supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.