Hechtia texensis
False Agave, Texas False Agave
Also known as: Hechtia scariosa L.B.Sm.
- Hechtia scariosa L.B.Sm.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Bromeliaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or lithophyte.
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Hechtia texensis (commonly known as False Agave or Texas false agave) is a lithophytic bromeliad belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. Found natively in North America, this species is primarily associated with subtropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Subtropical
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Plant Type
Air Plant
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico, South-Central U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Northeast, Texas