Agave colorata
Also known as: Mescal colorata
A Sonoran agave whose leaf edges flush pink-red in sun and cold — colouring rare in agaves. It comes from Mexico (Sonora), stays around Rosette 45–60 cm, and tolerates USDA 8b–11; hardy to about -6 °C. Individual plants vary, so treat this as a general guide rather than a guarantee.
Key facts
- Genus: Agave
- Origin: Mexico (Sonora)
- Mature size: Rosette 45–60 cm
- Hardiness: USDA 8b–11; hardy to about -6 °C
- Toxicity: Spines sharp; sap irritating
Succulent at a glance
- Genus
- Agave
- Origin
- Mexico (Sonora)
- Mature size
- Rosette 45–60 cm
- Growth habit
- Broad blue leaves with wavy toothed edges that blush pink-red
- Leaf colour
- Blue-grey leaves flushing pink-red
- Flower colour
- Red-yellow spike (monocarpic)
- Hardiness
- USDA 8b–11; hardy to about -6 °C
- Toxicity
- Spines sharp; sap irritating
- Other names
- Mescal colorata
About the Agave colorata
A Sonoran agave whose leaf edges flush pink-red in sun and cold — colouring rare in agaves. Compact, dramatic, cold-hardy to about -6 °C.
Care and cultivation
Full sun, sharp drainage and space. Many are monocarpic — the rosette flowers once and dies, leaving pups. Eye protection near spined species. Light: Full sun to very bright light. Water: Every 2–3 weeks in summer; little in winter. Soil: Extremely gritty mineral mix.
Description
Agave colorata is a Agave succulent from Mexico (Sonora). A Sonoran agave whose leaf edges flush pink-red in sun and cold — colouring rare in agaves. Compact, dramatic, cold-hardy to about -6 °C.
Identification
Key identification features: Blue-grey leaves flushing pink-red leaves in a Broad blue leaves with wavy toothed edges that blush pink-red form, reaching Rosette 45–60 cm. Also known as Mescal colorata. Nickname: 'Mescal colorata'. Nickname: 'Mescal colorata'.
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Agave colorata?
Every 2–3 weeks in summer; little in winter. Let the soil dry completely between waterings and reduce water in winter.
Is Agave colorata toxic to pets?
Spines sharp; sap irritating. Considered safe around pets.
Related succulents
Succulent information on this page is based on the Wikipedia article on the Agave colorata, supplemented with additional research. Reviewed for accuracy.