Agave parryi - USE CODE "CNAB62" FOR ORDERING
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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. |