Agave pelona (Mescal Pelon) is a stunning succulent that forms a dense rosette of narrow, glossy green leaves, often tinged with red …
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Generic Name: Agave
Meaning: Noble or illustrious; alluding to the majestic or imposing appearance of plants in the genus.
Derivation: A generic name derived from the Ancient Greek adjective ᾰ̓γαυός (ăgauós).
Pronunciation: a-GAH-vee
While two or more genera often share the same specific epithet, which may also apply to subspecies, varieties, and forms within a species, the generic name must be unique. Below is a list of plants in the genus Crassula.