Lechuguilla

Agave lechuguilla, Asparagaceae

Zones

8–11

Layer

Shrub

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Utah Century PlantAgave utahensis

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Night-blooming False YuccaHesperaloe nocturna

Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Whitethorn AcaciaVachellia constricta

Nitrogen FixationNurse Plant

Mexican Giant CardonPachycereus pringlei

Shade ProvisionNurse Plant

Sweet AcaciaAcacia farnesiana

Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

CandelillaEuphorbia antisyphilitica

Euphorbia latex contains toxic compounds that can inhibit root development of nearby plants

Leather PlantJatropha dioica

Jatropha compounds may deter herbivores from nearby agave plants

Uses

Functions

Fiber ProductionLiving FenceSoap Production

Edible Parts

Flower StalksHeart

Medicinal Uses

Sap For WoundsRoot For Soap

Common Questions

What zones does Lechuguilla grow in?

Lechuguilla grows in USDA hardiness zones 8 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Lechuguilla?

Good companions for Lechuguilla include Utah Century Plant, Night-blooming False Yucca, Whitethorn Acacia, Mexican Giant Cardon, Sweet Acacia.

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