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Agave formally Mangave - Lipstick RARE

Agave (formally Mangave) - Lipstick RARE

Agave 'Lipstick', also sometimes referred to as a Mangave 'Lipstick' is a hybrid cross between Agave and Manfreda, hence the name Mangave.

 

Key Features:

  • Coloration: The leaves are a soft, glaucous blue-green, giving it a powdery appearance. This is a common trait in many Agave species, providing a protective layer against intense sunlight.
  • Leaf Shape: The leaves are lance-shaped, meaning they are longer than they are wide and taper to a point. They are relatively broad and fleshy, typical of succulents that store water.
  • Margins and Spines: The most distinctive feature are it's purple margins that run along the edges of the leaves. These margins are lined with small, orange tooth-like spines.
  • Texture: The leaves appear to have a smooth, slightly waxy texture.

 

Overall Impression:

The Agave 'Lipstick' is a striking succulent known for its unique and vibrant coloration. The combination of the soft blue-green leaves with the pastel purple margins and orange spines makes it a visually appealing plant. It's often used as an ornamental in rock gardens, succulent collections, or as a focal point in container arrangements. 

 

 

* Picture and information intended only as a guide. Size and colours of plants will vary, not any 1 plant is exactly the same and minor variations will occur.

 

** All plants will be posted bare rooted.

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