Agave kristenii

A rare and attractive Agave described in 2013 from thorn forest on limestone slopes in coastal Michoacan at low elevations that forms an open rosette of thick, recurving, grayish-blue leaves. This is a tropical Agave, not a desert plant and appreciates a warm spot in filtered light and plenty of water in summer. Agave kristenii is related to A. gypsophila and was available in the past as A. gypsophila "Blue". In cultivation, it is best suited to tropical and some of the milder warm temperate climates.Cultural RequirementsSun Exposure Full sun from early ageLight shade when youngLight shade in dry, hot climatesFrost Tolerance LightWater Requirements ModerateDrought Tolerance YesWind Tolerance HighAppearanceGrowth Rate ModerateGrowth Form Perennial Rosette PlantSucculentOrnamental Value BeautifulUsesProperties Blue/SilverEvergreenHazards SpinyGardening LandscapingOrnamentalFood/Medicinal Medicinal