Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave
Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave

Agave Isthmensis comes from the family of Asparagaceae and is noted for its common name “Dwarf Butterfly Agave”. A native of Southern Mexico, this plant reaches up to 12 inches in height and is winter dormant. The Agave Isthmensis plant has blue-green fleshy leaves with pointed edges.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of this succulent is fast.

Flowering

Dwarf butterfly agave blooms in yellow flushed rusty-red colors from mid-summer to early fall.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

This variety of Agave is unique and needs a soak and dry method of watering. It should not be overwatered.

Soil

Like any other succulent plant, Agave isthmensis also needs well-drained soil to grow.

Hardiness

This plant belongs to the hardiness zone of 9b to 11b and has a frost tolerance of 10° C (50° F).

Light

Dwarf butterfly agave succulent needs full sunlight. When you are planting this species, make sure it should get full sun exposure to thrive.

Propagation

These plants can be propagated through cuttings, leaves, offsets, or seeds. They do not need repotting often.

Agave Isthmensis “Dwarf Butterfly Agave” is best known for its beautiful shape. It is a wonderful succulent for your plant collection.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Mid summer to early fall
Botanical Name Agave isthmensis
Common Name Dwarf butterfly agave
Dormancy Winter
Family Asparagaceae
Flower Color Yellow
Genus Agave
Growth Habit Rosette
Growth Rate Slow growth
Hardiness Zone 9b to 11b
Mature Size 612 in
Native Area Mexico
Resistance 0°c
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)
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Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features

Bloom Season Mid summer to early fall
Botanical Name Agave isthmensis
Common Name Dwarf butterfly agave
Dormancy Winter
Family Asparagaceae
Flower Color Yellow
Genus Agave
Growth Habit Rosette
Growth Rate Slow growth
Hardiness Zone 9b to 11b
Mature Size 612 in
Native Area Mexico
Resistance 0°c
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

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Agave isthmensis - Dwarf Butterfly Agave

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Agave Isthmensis comes from the family of Asparagaceae and is noted for its common name “Dwarf Butterfly Agave”. A native of Southern Mexico, this plant reaches up to 12 inches in height and is winter dormant. The Agave Isthmensis plant has blue-green fleshy leaves with pointed edges.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of this succulent is fast.

Flowering

Dwarf butterfly agave blooms in yellow flushed rusty-red colors from mid-summer to early fall.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

This variety of Agave is unique and needs a soak and dry method of watering. It should not be overwatered.

Soil

Like any other succulent plant, Agave isthmensis also needs well-drained soil to grow.

Hardiness

This plant belongs to the hardiness zone of 9b to 11b and has a frost tolerance of 10° C (50° F).

Light

Dwarf butterfly agave succulent needs full sunlight. When you are planting this species, make sure it should get full sun exposure to thrive.

Propagation

These plants can be propagated through cuttings, leaves, offsets, or seeds. They do not need repotting often.

Agave Isthmensis “Dwarf Butterfly Agave” is best known for its beautiful shape. It is a wonderful succulent for your plant collection.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Mid summer to early fall
Botanical Name Agave isthmensis
Common Name Dwarf butterfly agave
Dormancy Winter
Family Asparagaceae
Flower Color Yellow
Genus Agave
Growth Habit Rosette
Growth Rate Slow growth
Hardiness Zone 9b to 11b
Mature Size 612 in
Native Area Mexico
Resistance 0°c
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

Growers Quick Reference Guide - Key Features

Bloom Season Mid summer to early fall
Botanical Name Agave isthmensis
Common Name Dwarf butterfly agave
Dormancy Winter
Family Asparagaceae
Flower Color Yellow
Genus Agave
Growth Habit Rosette
Growth Rate Slow growth
Hardiness Zone 9b to 11b
Mature Size 612 in
Native Area Mexico
Resistance 0°c
Sun Exposure Full sun (6+ hrs.), Partial shade (3–6 hrs. sun)

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