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Schott's Century Plant, Shindagger

Scientific Name: Agave schottii var. schottii Engelm.
Synonym: Agave geminiflora var. sonorae , Agave mulfordiana, Agave schottii var. serrulata , Agave sonorae
Family: Agavaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9-10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 10°F ( -12°C)

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Southwestern USA (Arizona, New Mexico), northern Mexico (Sonora), at 3000 to 6500 feet elevation (900-2000 m)

Growth Habits: Clumping succulent rosette, up to 3 feet in diameter each (90 cm); 0.5 inch wide (1.2 cm) leaves with marginal filaments

Watering Needs: Infrequent water

Propagation: Suckers (called pups), seeds

Schott's Century Plant blooming in August at the Desert Botanical Garden

Several varieties are classified as endangered.

Schott's Century Plant blooming in August at the Desert Botanical Garden

Culture:
Tolerates poor soil and drought, but requires excellent drainage.

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