Agave Ocahui Century Plant

(This plant comes in a 3.5 inch pot. You will receive a very similar plant to the one in the picture. It may or may not be blooming at the time of your purchase. The plant is shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots).

The Ocahui is the Indian word for fiber. Agave ocahui is a winter-dormant plant that is also known by its common name ‘Ocahui century plant'. It belongs to the Asparagaceae family and reaches 12-18 inches in height. The succulent plant originates from Mexico.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of the Ocahui century plant is slow.

How often do century plants bloom?

The flower blooms in bright yellow shades from Mid-spring to early summer.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Agave ocahui should not sit in the water as an excess amount of water damage the roots of the plant. 

 Soil

This plant grows in all types of soil, including rocky-hardy conditions.

Hardiness

The hardiness of the Agave ocahui is 8a to 10a, with a frost tolerance of 15°F (-9.4°C).

Light

Agave ocahui needs full sunlight. It prefers bright sunlight to grow properly. 

Propagation

The plant can be propagated through cuttings, leaves, offsets, or seeds.

The Ocahui century plant is a beautiful outdoor succulent, which makes your garden pleasing with its density. This variety is also noted for its attractive shape.

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

Blooming Season	Mid spring-early summer
Common Name	Ocahui century plant
Dormancy	Winter
Family	Asparagaceae
Flower	Bright yellow
Frost Tolerance	15°f
Growth Rate	Slow growth
Hardiness Zone	8a to 10a
Height	12-18 in
Origin	Mexico
Pot Size	3.5"
Scientific Name	Agave ocahui
Shape	Rosette
Sun Exposure	Full sun