Mangaves or Agave manfredii are hybrids between Agaves and Manfredas. They produce original and remarkable plant varieties in terms of shape and colour. New plants to be included in your catalogue as a matter of urgency. The Agave Manfredii Macho Mocha has large, thick leaves ranging from green to bronze.
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The characteristics of the Agave Manfredii Macho Mocha (Mangave).
It is a natural hybrid between a Manfreda variégata and an Agave celsii, discovered in the early 2000s. The Agave Manfredii macho Mocha is distinguished by its broad, thick leaves arranged in rosettes. The fleshy leaves are soft and droop under their own weight, sometimes giving it a strange look. Appearing green, the leaves quickly become stained with purple spots that spread over time. In dry or cold weather, the foliage turns purple to dark red, making it very decorative. Flowering is quite rare but can appear as a large inflorescence with very fine, graceful, greenish flowers.
How to use the Agave Manfredii Macho Mocha (Mangave).
The Agave Manfredii Macho Mocha is a plant to be planted in rock gardens, cactus beds and other dry gardens for a DRY AND DESIGN look. In association with Sedums, Dasylirions, Dianellas, Bulines, Yuccas... It can also be grown in pots on a terrace or patio, in a MEXICAN GARDEN atmosphere or in an INDOOR/OUTDOOR GARDEN.
What tips do you have for growing the Agave Manfredii Macho Mocha (Mangave) successfully?
The Agave Manfredii Macho Mocha is planted in sunny, well-drained soil. Water regularly in summer and reduce watering in winter. Hardy to -8°C, it can be protected from cold winds or brought inside for the winter.