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Manfreda

(Agavaceae - agave family)
Fewer than 20 species of perennial herbs, native to the southern U.S and Mexico. Closely related, and similar in appearance, to plants of the genus Agave ("century plants"). Sometimes cultivated as ornamentals.

Manfreda virginica - Aug 6 Manfreda virginica - Aug 6 Manfreda virginica
virginica peren • ht 1½' fl stalk to 6' • zones 5-10

false aloe


native, succulent, fragrant, rock garden, dry - moist, sun
se US

Develops a rosette of succulent leaves to 2" wide by 2' long. Spreads by rhizomes, eventually forming a colony. The unusual, 2" long, greenish-yellow flowers are borne on tall, slender stalks in summer. The pleasant, spicy fragrance of the flowers is especially noticeable in the evening. Tolerates dry soil.

cat # 9X1J
$8.95 each