Lechuguilla is a small, hardy agave with sharp, spiny leaves. It is an indicator species of the Chihuahuan Desert and blooms with a tall flower spike.
Habitat
Grows in rocky desert areas and limestone hills.
Diet
Pollinated by bats and insects.
How common
Common
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