Schott's Century Plant, Shindagger (Agave schottii var. schottii)

Schott's Century Plant, Shindagger
Scientific Name: Agave schottii var. schottii Engelm.
Synonym: Agave mulfordiana, Agave geminiflora var. sonorae, Agave sonorae, Agave schottii var. serrulata
Family: Agavaceae

Show Larger Picture Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 9-10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 10°F ( -12°C)
Minimum Avg. Temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Heat Tolerance: Excellent
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Southwestern USA (Arizona, New Mexico), northern Mexico (Sonora), at 3000 to 6500 feet elevation (900-2000 m)
Growth Habits: Clumping succulent rosette, up to 3 feet in diameter each (90 cm); 0.5 inch wide (1.2 cm) leaves with marginal filaments
Watering Needs: Infrequent water
Propagation: Suckers (called pups), seeds

Several varieties are classified as endangered.

Schott's Century Plant blooming in August at the Desert Botanical Garden

Cultural Practices:
Tolerates poor soil and drought, but requires excellent drainage.

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