Century Plant
Century Plant (Agave americana) is a succulent growing 5-7 feet tall, hardy in USDA zones 9-11, with slow growth in well-drained, sandy soil, requiring full sun and low moisture, and it is neither edible nor medicinal.
Habit
Succulent
Height
1-3 m
Growth
Slow
Soil
Well-drained, sandy
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
No
Origin
Mexico
Climatic Condition
Arid, Dry, Warm
Temperature (°)
15-35°C
Humidity (%)
30-50%
Potting media
Cactus mix, gravel, perlite
Fertilizers
Low-fertilizer needs, succulent feed
Watering
Drought-resistant, minimal watering
Plant Weight
5-20 kg
Flowering Time
Once in a lifetime (30+ years)
Soil Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Water Ph level
6.0 - 7.5
Soil EC
1-2 dS/m
Yield Per Plant
40-50 leaves per year
NPK ratio
10:10:10
life Span
20-100 years
Health Benefits
Used in fiber production, medicinal uses, tequila production
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
50% sandy soil, 30% compost, 20% perlite
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 4 weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Root Rot, Agave Snout Weevil, Leaf Spot, Aphids, Mealybugs
Improve soil drainage, remove affected parts, use neem oil
Fungicides, systemic insecticides
HEALTH BENEFITS
· Traditionally used for wound healing and antibacterial effects
· Contains prebiotic fibers beneficial for gut health
· Used in herbal remedies for liver health