Agave victoriae-reginae
Also known as: Queen Victoria agave
The queen Victoria agave: a perfectly spherical dark-green rosette printed with fine white lines — the most aristocratic small agave. It comes from Mexico (Chihuahua, Coahuila), stays around Rosette 30–45 cm, and tolerates USDA 8–11; hardy to about -10 °C dry. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Agave
- Origin: Mexico (Chihuahua, Coahuila)
- Mature size: Rosette 30–45 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 8–11; hardy to about -10 °C dry
- Toxicity: Sap mildly irritating; spine tips sharp
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Agave
- Origin
- Mexico (Chihuahua, Coahuila)
- Mature size
- Rosette 30–45 cm
- Growth habit
- Dense spherical rosette of rigid white-marked leaves
- Leaf colour
- Deep green with striking white edge and bud-print markings
- Flower colour
- Purple-red spike (monocarpic after 20+ years)
- Hardiness
- USDA 8–11; hardy to about -10 °C dry
- Toxicity
- Sap mildly irritating; spine tips sharp
- Other names
- Queen Victoria agave
About the Agave victoriae-reginae
The queen Victoria agave: a perfectly spherical dark-green rosette printed with fine white lines — the most aristocratic small agave. Slow (20+ years to flower), nearly spineless along the edges, and cold-hardy to about -10 °C in dry conditions.
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 victoriae-reginae is an Agave succulent from Mexico (Chihuahua, Coahuila). The queen Victoria agave: a perfectly spherical dark-green rosette printed with fine white lines — the most aristocratic small agave. Slow (20+ years to flower), nearly spineless along the edges, and cold-hardy to about -10 °C in dry conditions.
Identification
Look for: Deep green with striking white edge and bud-print markings leaves in a Rosette 30–45 cm form. Also answers to Queen Victoria agave. The genus is Agave, which already narrows down the care requirements considerably. Nickname: 'Queen Victoria agave'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water my Agave victoriae-reginae?
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 victoriae-reginae need?
Full sun to very bright light. If the plant stretches or loses colour, it needs more light.
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Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Agave victoriae-reginae, supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.