Agave Attenuata

Agave Attenuata is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Lion's Tail Agave →

Common Lion's Tail Agave Problems →

Agave Attenuata thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Lion's Tail Agave Water Frequency →

Lion's Tail Agave Root Rot →

Agave Attenuata requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Lion's Tail Agave Light Requirements →

Lion's Tail Agave Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

Lion's Tail Agave Toxicity to Dogs →

Agave Attenuata prefers dry environments. Providing extra humidity or misting your plant allows water to linger on leaves, which can create the perfect environment for harmful types of fungi.

Lion's Tail Agave Humidity Needs →

Agave Attenuata is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

When and How to Successfully Repot Lion's Tail Agave →

Agave Attenuata grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

It’s common for Agave Attenuata to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Agave Attenuata is native to the Americas.

Agave Attenuata produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.

USDA Hardiness Zone
Agave Attenuata can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Lion's Tail Agave Temperature Tolerance →

Agave Attenuata can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

• Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
• If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
• Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
• Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

How to Propagate Lion's Tail Agave →

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

• Common Bugs Affecting Lion's Tail Agave →
• Drooping Lion's Tail Agave Leaves →
• Lion's Tail Agave Dropping Leaves →
• Lion's Tail Agave Mushy Leaves →
• Black Spots on Lion's Tail Agave →
• Brown Spots on Lion's Tail Agave →
• Lion's Tail Agave Leaves Falling Over →
• Lion's Tail Agave Leaves Curling →
• Lion's Tail Agave Root Rot →