The Black-spined Agave (Agave macroacantha) is a striking succulent native to Mexico, prized for its compact rosettes of narrow, blue-green leaves tipped with prominent black spines. This drought-tolerant species belongs to the Agavaceae family and is a popular choice for xeriscaping and container gardens.
| Family: | Agavaceae (ah-gav-AY-see-ee) |
| Genus: | Agave (a-GAH-vee) |
| Species: | macroacantha (mak-roh-uh-KAN-tha) |
| Synonyms: | Agave besseriana, Agave flavescens, Agave integrifolia, Agave linearis, Agave oligophylla |
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