Small-Flower Agave
Agave parviflora
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Succulent, perennial |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Pollinators | Bees, Carpenter bees |
| Has Spines | Yes |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
.7 × .7 |
| Flowering Season | June-August |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Minimum Temperature Range | 10 °F |
| Leaf Description | Short, stout, ending in a strong spine, radiating from the main stem. |
| Fruit | A dry capsule that stays on the stalk. |
| Longevity In years |
15 |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 3000-5000 ft. |
| Description | This diminutive succulent is uncommon in the nursery trade, but if available, can make an excellent specimen for serious collectors. A. parviflora should be grown in a small container or planted where it won't be overshadowed by other plants. Like all agaves this species benefits from good drainage |
