Hohokam Century Plant
Agave murpheyi
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Succulent, perennial |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Pollinators | Bats, moths, bees |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
5 × 4 |
| Flowering Season | February-June |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Minimum Temperature Range | 15-20 °F |
| Leaf Description | Bluish green leaves with distinct bud prints and numerous offsets |
| Fruit | Typically produces bulbils (small plantlets along the stem) rather than fruit |
| Longevity In years |
14 |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 1315-3280 ft. |
| Description | This Agave is generally found near archeological sites connected to the Hohokam culture of Arizona. Hohokam Agave is relatively fast growing for the genus and produces numerous offsets while flower stalks produce abundant bulb-like plantlets which can be used to reproduce the plant. This is a medium sized Agave, but like all species in the genus should be given plenty of room to avoid contact with the marginal teeth and terminal spines. |
