Species PlantsSotol

Sotol

Dasylirion leiophyllum

UncommonPlant
Illustration of Sotol (Dasylirion leiophyllum)

Sotol is a desert plant with spiky leaves and a tall flowering stalk. It is used to produce a traditional alcoholic beverage in Mexico.

Habitat
It grows in desert and semi-desert regions.
Diet
Its flowers are pollinated by insects, and its leaves are grazed by wildlife.
How common
Uncommon

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