Agave mckelveyana | McKelvey's Century Plant | 10 Seeds
Agave mckelveyana, commonly known as McKelvey's agave, is a small, perennial succulent native to the arid regions of Arizona in the United States. This species thrives on rocky slopes, cliffs, and desert scrub environments, where it is well-adapted to dry, harsh conditions. The plant forms a compact rosette of thick, fleshy, lance-shaped leaves that are bluish-green to gray in color, with a powdery coating and sharp, spiny margins. The leaves taper to a pronounced, dark terminal spine, providing both protection and a striking appearance. Mature plants produce a tall flowering stalk, which can reach heights of up to 3–4 meters (10–13 feet), bearing clusters of tubular, yellow-green flowers that attract pollinators such as bats, moths, and bees. Like other agaves, Agave mckelveyana is monocarpic, meaning it flowers once in its lifetime before dying, though it often produces offsets or "pups" that continue the life cycle. This drought-tolerant species is prized for its resilience, archite