Century Plant

Century Plant

The Century Plant, aka Agave americana, common names sentry plant, century plant,^[4] maguey, or American aloe.  I remember that Mom kept an Aloe growing in a pot in the windowsill. Its purpose was to sooth burns from cooking.  She called it Aloe Vera.  Wikipedia says that Century Plant is not closely related to other plants with Aloe in the name.

Century Plant

When the growing point opens, the impressions of the prickles can be seen on the other fleshy parts.  I read that a Century Plant may live for 10 to 30 years.  It blooms once at the end of its life.  Growing it for its blooms would not be a satisfying experience in my mind.  This plant grew in the succulent room and Kingwood Center in February, 2006.

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