Agave sp. These Mexican succulents grow large leaves with sharp points, and some varieties are grown to produce syrups for sweetener and tequila. These plants grow into massive rosettes up to 10 feet wide! Most gardeners will enjoy growing them for their soft foliage.
Also, how do I make my succulent leaves chubby?
1. Do Not Overwater. You love your succulents so much, and you want to water them every other day to make them grow plump and lush.
Also know, how do I know which succulent I have?
Here are some of the plant characteristics to look for when identifying succulents:
- Leaf – shape, size and thickness.
- Color – of leaves, flowers or stems.
- Markings or bumps on the leaves.
- Flower – shape, color, number of blooms and petals.
- Stem – color, texture, length.
- Ciliate hairs.
- Epicuticular wax.
- Spikes, spines or smooth.
Which succulents are invasive?
This field guide considers cacti from four genera that are invasive to north-west NSW: Austrocylindropuntia, Cylindropuntia and Opuntia (collectively referred to as opuntioids), and Harrisia. Opuntiods are also listed as Weeds of National Significance.
Are there tall succulents?
Saguaro (Carnegiea gigantea)
The saguaro cactus just happens to be the state flower of Arizona. It has a thick, tall fluted trunk that can grow up to 40 feet tall, and the branches have a span of anywhere from three to six feet wide.
