Agave Parrasana

Agave Parrasana is a stunning and perfectly formed collector’s agave — a compact, globe-shaped rosette of broad, blue-grey leaves edged with dark reddish-brown teeth and tipped with a bold terminal spine. She is symmetrical, sculptural and breathtakingly beautiful — one of the most desirable compact agaves in the world.

Known as the Cabbage Head Agave for her tight, globe-like rosette form, Agave Parrasana is prized by collectors and garden designers for her exceptional symmetry and striking blue-grey colouring. Slow-growing and compact, she is perfectly suited to container displays and smaller garden spaces — offering all the drama of a large agave in a beautifully manageable size.

Plant Information

Botanical Name
Agave parrasana

Leaf Colour
Blue-grey with dark reddish-brown marginal teeth and a bold dark terminal spine

Form
Compact, globe-shaped rosette — broad, short leaves in a tight, perfectly symmetrical formation

Mature Size
40–60cm rosette diameter

Sunlight
Full sun to bright indirect light — thrives in hot, bright conditions

Watering
Deep, infrequent watering — extremely drought tolerant once established

Soil
Well-draining succulent or cactus mix

Frost Tolerance
Frost hardy — tolerates temperatures down to -12°C

Pot Size
Supplied in a 15cm pot

Important Notes

• Cabbage Head Agave: Named for her tight, globe-like rosette — one of the most symmetrical and perfectly formed agaves available for collectors
• Sharp spines: Has sharp marginal teeth and a firm terminal spine — handle with care and position away from high-traffic areas and children
• Monocarpic: Like all agaves, she flowers once at the end of her life cycle, producing a spectacular flower spike before setting seed
• Delivery: Delivered across South Africa — please ensure someone is available to receive your plant

Perfect for succulent collectors, container gardens, and decorative plant displays.