Agave Collection (#10)

North America, Mexico, Baja California. Abstract line detail agave in Baja California, Mexico

Agave, from above

Mojave desert with Joshua tree -Yucca brevifolia-, Virgin Mountains, Nevada, USA, North America

Mojave desert with Joshua trees -Yucca brevifolia-, Whitney Pockets, Virgin Mountains, Nevada, USA, North America

Cabbage Head Agave -Agave parrasana-, native to Mexico

MEXICO: SOLDIER, 1845. Wood engraving, English, 1845

MEXICAN REVOLUTION, 1913. A train captured by Constitutionalists near Nuevo Laredo, Mexico, late 1913. Photograph from a contemporary English newspaper

MEXICAN ARMY, 1846-1848. A Mexican army approaching an American camp during the Mexican-American War, 1846-1848. Oil on canvas, Mexican, 19th century

View of Queenstown from the remarkable

Agave with star bokeh background

Mountcook national park, New zealand

Looking over Athens from Lycabettus hill
View from mount Mt. Lycabettus on the Acropolis and the city of Athens

The mighty walls of the city of Troy
Homeric Troy (Unesco World Heritage List, 1998), Hissarlik Hill, Turkey

Phlox and Oak Trees in Springtime near Nixon Texas

N. A. USA, Maui, Hawaii. Agave plant
N.A. USA, Maui, Hawaii. Agave plant

Agave plant design Island of Maui Hawaii
Agave plant, Maui, Hawaii, USA

USA, Hawaii, Maui Agave in high country of Maui
USA, Hawaii, Maui, Agave in high country of Maui

Agave Leaves, Succulent Garden, Kiahuna Plantation, Poipu, Kauai, Hawaii

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Agave - spines (Agave parryi hauchucensis) Date:

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Spineless Century Plant - unfolding leaf (Agave attenuata) Date:

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Spineless Century Plant - unfolding leaf (Agave attenuata) Date:

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Agave - young leaves come out of the bloom protected by its strong spine (Agave americana) Date:

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Agave - young leaves come out of the bloom protected by its strong spine (Agave americana) Date:

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Spineless Century Plant - unfolding leaf (Agave attenuata) Date:

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Spineless Century Plant (Agave attenuata) Date:

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Spineless Century Plant (Agave attenuata) Date:

Agave succulent plant and active volcano 3350m Mount Etna seen at this northeast tourist town, Taormina, Catania Province, Sicily, Italy, Mediterranean, Europe

Aztec Codex Aubin (bought in 1841 by French scholar Aubin) Folio 16. Manuscript on agave paper

Agave

Aloe vera farm F006 / 8649
Aloe vera farm, Fuerteventura, Canary Islands

Agave candelabrum, agave
Illustration from the Botany Library Plate Collection held at the Natural History Museum, London

Aloe americana minor
Illustration from Flora Exotica (1720) by Johann Godfried Simula. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Cedrus libani, cedar of Lebanon & Agave americana, century p
Sketch 252 from the Ehret Collection of Sketches (unbound) by Georg Dionysius Ehret (1708-1770). Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London

Agave plant pattern

USA, Arizona, Tucson. Parryi Agave is tolerant of a range of cultural conditions but does best between 1500-1800 feet above sea level, Botanical Garden, Tucson, Arizona

Century plant, northern California

Moon framed by century plant, Big Sur, California

Female feeding on agave blossom, Portal, Chiricahua Mountains, Arizona, USA

Colorado, Mesa Verde National Park. Yucca plant (agave family) fiber detail. Used by the Indians to make rope and baskets

Agave flowers, Big Sur, California

Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA. Agave cactus plant

Los Osuna, Tequila Farm & Distillery (since 1876) La Noria near Mazatlan, Sinaloa State, Mexico

Aloe in a pot with goats head as decration. Santa Candida property used to belong to the Urquiza family, first president of Argentina. Its now a bed & breakfast

The Basilica and Campanile di Giotto seen from the Giardini di Boboli

ARMY DOCTOR, 1850. The Surgeon Major. Color wood engraving, French, 1850, after F

AGAVE AND LEMON TREE. An agave plant and a lemon tree, as seen by visitors to George Washingtons garden at Mount Vernon. Wood engraving, American, 1883

MONACO: BALCONY, 1875. A balcony overlooking the Mediterranean at Monaco. Wood engraving, English, 1874

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Agave, also known as the Sentry plant or American aloe, is a fascinating succulent that captivates with its unique beauty and versatility. From the majestic Agave americana, commonly referred to as the Queen Victoria agave or royal agave, to the enchanting Coastal agave found near Bahia de Los Angeles in Baja California, Mexico, these plants never fail to amaze. In Piombino on the Tuscany coast during summertime, one can witness the breathtaking sight of Agaves blooming against the backdrop of the Tyrrhenian Sea. This natural spectacle showcases their vibrant flowers in all their glory. Dating back centuries ago in 1613, Basilius Beslers Hortus Eystettensis featured a colored engraving americana. This historical artwork highlights its significance even then and serves as a testament to its enduring allure. But it's not just about aesthetics; Agaves have practical uses too. The Agave cactus is famously used for making Mezcal - an alcoholic beverage deeply rooted in Mexican culture. Its distinct flavor adds character and depth to this traditional drink. Whether you encounter them on your travels or admire them from afar like Frida Kahlo did when photographed by Toni Frissell in 1937, these resilient plants evoke a sense of wonder and admiration. They thrive along trails such as Bright Angel Trail in Colorado's United States of America or grace landscapes like those found on Sicily Island. Even amidst harsh conditions such as those experienced in Baja California's Central Desert or coastal regions where they endure salt-laden air and arid climates, Agaves stand tall with resilience and grace. So next time you come across an Agave plant – be it towering over landscapes or adorning gardens – take a moment to appreciate its timeless beauty and rich cultural significance. These remarkable succulents are truly nature's gift worth celebrating.