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Bio Facts: Queen of White Thread Century Plant

Queen of White Thread Century Plant
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Common Name:

Queen of White Thread Century Plant

Scientific Name:

Agave schidigera ‘Shira ito no Ohi’

Origin:

Mexico

USDA Cold Hardiness Zones:

8-10

Light Requirements:

Full sun

Soil Requirements:

Low water, well drained soil, xeric

Notes:

  • Slow growing agave 1’hx 18”w
  • Variegated green leaves with cream borders and curly white hairs
  • This is a non-offsetting agave