Parry's Agave is a striking succulent with rosettes of thick, blue-green leaves. It is known for its towering flower stalk that blooms once before the plant dies.
Habitat
Grows in rocky desert areas and grasslands.
Diet
Flowers attract bats and hummingbirds.
How common
Uncommon
Best time to see a Parry's Agave
The best time to see a Parry's Agave is January–July, when about 64% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 4,162 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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