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Agave parryi - USE CODE "CNAB62" FOR ORDERING

The species, Agave parryi var. parryi, is found in the USA (Arizona, New Mexico) and Mexico (Chihuahua, Durango), at 4000 to 9000 feet elevation (1200-2700 m). Like most agaves, otherwise known as century plants, the plant does not flower until maturity at 20 years or more. At this time, a large flower spike grows from the center of the plant. After produces seeds from the flowers, the plant then dies. This particular agave is often used in decorative landscaping. I really enjoy the repeating curves in this image, especially the impressions left on the inner leaves by the thorns of the outer leaves. This picture was taken in May, 2006 in southern California.


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