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| Category: Bulb |
| Family: Agavaceae (Agaves) |
| Origin: Mexico (North America) |
| Flower Color: White |
| Bloomtime: Summer/Fall |
| Synonyms: [Agave tuberosa] |
| Height: 1-3 feet |
| Width: <1 foot |
| Exposure: Sun or Shade |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): High Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 25-30° F |
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Polianthes tuberosa (Tuberose) - This tuberous perennial is believed to have been cultivated in central Mexico by the pre-Columbian Indians of Mexico and by the Aztecs. It was among the first plants taken back to the Old World by the Spanish. Forms a basal rosette if narrow channeled leaves to 18" long. The waxy-white, tubular flowers on stalks to 2-3 feet tall appear in summer to early fall and are wildly fragrant. Plant in full sun to light shade and water and feed regularly. Prone to damage from snails and slugs. In the recent treatment in Urs Eggli's "Illustrated Handbook of Succulent Plants; Moncotyledons" (2001) Eggli and Thiede have combined Polianthes (Tuberose) and Manfreda into Agave, thus making this plants name actually Agave tuberosa.
The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens in the Santa Barbara area. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information about this plant, even if they disagree with what we have written.
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