Agave parviflora
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Agave parviflora is a small species native to southern Arizona in the United States and Sonora in Mexico, where it grows in desert grasslands and on rocky slopes. It forms compact rosettes of narrow green leaves decorated with white markings and curling marginal fibres, which give the plant a distinctive appearance. Mature rosettes rarely exceed 20 cm in diameter. After many years of growth, the plant produces a tall flowering stalk up to 2 m high, bearing clusters of tubular yellow flowers that attract hummingbirds and other pollinators. Following flowering, the rosette dies, though offsets are sometimes produced around the base.
Care Tips
- Light: Requires full sun to maintain compact growth and leaf markings.
- Water: Very drought tolerant; water sparingly and allow soil to dry fully between waterings.
- Media: Best grown in a sharply draining mix with sand, gravel, or grit.
- Fertiliser: Apply a diluted cactus fertiliser in the warmer months for stronger growth.
- Temperature: Cold hardy to light frost; protect from extended freezing conditions.
- Repotting: Repot only when required, as plants remain small and grow slowly.
Additional Notes
- Known to be toxic
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
- Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
- Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
- Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
- $20 fee applies to WA orders.
- $10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
Important Note: We operate independently from Collectors Corner. For any enquiries, please refer to our contact page
Size: 66mm pot
