




Agave potatorum minima – Petite Rosette Beauty
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Agave potatorum minima – Petite Rosette Beauty
Agave potatorum minima is a striking dwarf form of the species native to the arid highlands of Oaxaca and Puebla in Mexico. This miniature marvel forms tight rosettes of powdery blue-green foliage and is particularly admired for its symmetry and ornamental spines. Though small in size, it offers a bold presence in containers and xeriscaped gardens alike.
Distinctive Features
- Compact Rosette: Dense, symmetrical formation of succulent leaves rarely exceeding 15 cm in diameter.
- Leaf Colouration: Blue-green to silvery tones with contrasting maroon or dark brown marginal spines and a prominent terminal spine.
- Dwarf Habit: Naturally miniature and slow-growing, making it ideal for small spaces and decorative containers.
Care Tips
- Light: Requires full sun to partial shade; bright light enhances its colour and shape.
- Water: Water sparingly; allow the soil to dry completely between waterings.
- Humidity: Thrives in dry conditions; excessive humidity may lead to rot.
- Media: Prefers a sharply draining cactus or succulent mix with added pumice or grit.
- Temperature: Best kept above 10°C; protect from frost during winter months.
- Fertiliser: Light feeding in spring and summer with a low-nitrogen, balanced fertiliser diluted to half strength.
- Repotting: Infrequent repotting required; only when the plant outgrows its container or the medium degrades.
Additional Notes
- Flowers once at maturity, sending up a tall spike, after which the plant dies (monocarpic); may produce offsets before flowering.
- Considered non-toxic to pets, though sharp spines can pose a mechanical hazard.
Agave potatorum minima is a true gem among compact succulents, offering architectural charm in a pint-sized package. It is both a collector’s delight and a low-maintenance companion for sunny windowsills or outdoor rockeries in temperate climates.
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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- Dispatch Day: All orders are dispatched on Tuesdays.
- Cut-off for Same Week Dispatch: Orders must be placed by Monday 7am (AEST) to be sent that week. Orders placed after this will be dispatched the following Tuesday.
WA, NT & TAS Orders
- Cut-off: Orders to WA, NT and TAS must be placed by Friday 7am (AEST) to be included in the following week’s dispatch.
- Treatment & Delay: These orders require biosecurity treatment and certification, which is completed each Friday. Please allow an additional 1–2 weeks for processing.
Plant Health Certification (PHAC) 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 cost at checkout.
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Size: 66mm pot




