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Texas Tuberose
Scientific Name: Agave maculosa Hook.
Synonym: Polianthes maculosa, Manfreda maculosa
Family: Agavaceae

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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 10-13 USDA: 8-10 Minimum Avg. Temperature: 50°F (10°C) Heat Tolerance: Excellent Sun Exposure: Full sun to shade Origin: USA (southern Texas), northeastern Mexico Growth Habits: Succulent clumping rosettes, 12 inches tall and wide (30 cm); fleshy leaves with purple spots Watering Needs: Little water, tolerates abundant water Propagation: Offsets

Blooming Habits:
Crean color flowers, aging light purple on a tall spikes in the summer