Botanical Name: Agave vilmoriniana
Common Name: Octopus Agave
Agave vilmoriniana, commonly called Octopus Agave, is a stunning succulent native to Mexico. Its long, narrow, wavy blue-green leaves curl gracefully, giving a tentacle-like appearance. Slow-growing and architectural, it’s perfect for containers, rock gardens, and xeriscape landscapes. Mature plants typically reach 3–5 feet tall and wide. SOLD AS A YOUNG BARE ROOT SPECIMEN.
Care and Cultivation:
Prefers full sun to bright light
Water sparingly; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent soil mix
Ideal for containers, xeriscapes, and collector gardens
Frost Tolerance and Cold Hardiness:
Best suited for USDA Zones 8–11
Can tolerate brief cold down to about 20°F (-6°C) when dry
Protect from prolonged freezing and winter moisture
Winter Dormancy and Health:
Growth slows in cooler months
Reduce watering significantly in winter
Leaf tips may curl more dramatically with bright sun and heat
Notes:
Leaf tips are flexible but sharp; handle with care
Monocarpic: flowers once at maturity (typically 10–15 years)
Botanical Name: Agave vilmoriniana
Common Name: Octopus Agave
Agave vilmoriniana, commonly called Octopus Agave, is a stunning succulent native to Mexico. Its long, narrow, wavy blue-green leaves curl gracefully, giving a tentacle-like appearance. Slow-growing and architectural, it’s perfect for containers, rock gardens, and xeriscape landscapes. Mature plants typically reach 3–5 feet tall and wide. SOLD AS A YOUNG BARE ROOT SPECIMEN.
Care and Cultivation:
Prefers full sun to bright light
Water sparingly; allow soil to dry completely between waterings
Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent soil mix
Ideal for containers, xeriscapes, and collector gardens
Frost Tolerance and Cold Hardiness:
Best suited for USDA Zones 8–11
Can tolerate brief cold down to about 20°F (-6°C) when dry
Protect from prolonged freezing and winter moisture
Winter Dormancy and Health:
Growth slows in cooler months
Reduce watering significantly in winter
Leaf tips may curl more dramatically with bright sun and heat
Notes:
Leaf tips are flexible but sharp; handle with care
Monocarpic: flowers once at maturity (typically 10–15 years)
