{"product_id":"agave-lophanta-quadricolour","title":"Agave univittata 'Quadricolour'","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;This Agave's broad, fleshy leaves catch the eye with their colourful stripes. Each leaf has a fresh pale green centre, with deeper forest green and then paler green and cream-yellow on the edge of the leaves. The leaves are also bordered by sharp spines so take care with your fingers! These succulents are very drought resistant, having adapted to grow in some of the driest places on earth, and they store their water in their leaves. Make sure you don't give this plant too much water; if you wait until its leaves are wrinkled and less firm, you'll know the plant is ready for a drink.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eThis Agave's broad, fleshy leaves catch the eye with their colourful stripes. Each leaf has a fresh pale green centre, with deeper forest green and then paler green and cream-yellow on the edge of the leaves. The leaves are also bordered by sharp spines so take care with your fingers! These succulents are very drought resistant, having adapted to grow in some of the driest places on earth, and they store their water in their leaves. Make sure you don't give this plant too much water; if you wait until its leaves are wrinkled and less firm, you'll know the plant is ready for a drink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eScientific Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Agave univittata 'Quadricolour' (illustrious plant with one stripe, variety: Quadricolor)\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":43905,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10,\"18\":1}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":17,\"2\":{\"6\":0}}'\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAgave univittata \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e'Quadricolour' (illustrious plant with one stripe, variety: Quadricolor)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Agave univittata 'Quadricolour' (illustrious plant with one stripe, variety: Quadricolor)\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":43905,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10,\"18\":1}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0}{\"1\":17,\"2\":{\"6\":0}}'\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Agave lophantha is a synonym of the species Agave univittata. A. univittata was named first, and the two were later found to be the same species.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}' data-sheets-textstyleruns='{\"1\":0,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":15}{\"1\":44,\"2\":{\"6\":1}}{\"1\":75}'\u003eAgave lophantha is a synonym of the species Agave univittata. A. univittata was named first, and the two were later found to be the same species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Striped Agave, Quadricolour Century Plant\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eStriped Agave, Quadricolour Century Plant\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"This Agave is native to Mexico and the Southwestern US.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eThis Agave is native to Mexico and the Southwestern US.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLight\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;This plant loves sun, so make sure it's somewhere in bright, preferably direct, light. It can even go outdoors in a sunny spot in summer!\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eThis plant loves sun, so make sure it's somewhere in bright, preferably direct, light. It can even go outdoors in a sunny spot in summer!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Let the soil completely dry out between waters- this will be at least a week in summer, and longer in winter.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eLet the soil completely dry out between waters- this will be at least a week in summer, and longer in winter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHumidity\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;This plant is adapted to arid environments, so don't keep it anywhere too damp! A hose down every now and again will help keep its leaves free of dust, though.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eThis plant is adapted to arid environments, so don't keep it anywhere too damp! A hose down every now and again will help keep its leaves free of dust, though.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Use a well-draining soil mix; one with added sand and grit, such as a soil designed for cacti \u0026amp; succulents, will work well here. Repot every two or three years in spring; Agaves are happy to be pot-bound, even with pups growing right next to the parent plant, so only repot if totally necessary, or if you're separating the pups.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eUse a well-draining soil mix; one with added sand and grit, such as a soil designed for cacti \u0026amp; succulents, will work well here. Repot every two or three years in spring; Agaves are happy to be pot-bound, even with pups growing right next to the parent plant, so only repot if totally necessary, or if you're separating the pups.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Feed every two months throughout the year with a weak feed or specific cactus feed.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eFeed every two months throughout the year with a weak feed or specific cactus feed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTemperature\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;Ideally likes temperatures of 18-25°C in summer. This plant can be grown outdoors most of the year in well-draining soil, and can stand temperatures down to -3°C; in most areas it will need winter protection so it doesn't totally freeze. \u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eIdeally likes temperatures of 18-25°C in summer. This plant can be grown outdoors most of the year in well-draining soil, and can stand temperatures down to -3°C; in most areas it will need winter protection so it doesn't totally freeze. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePet-safe\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"No, this plant can cause vomiting and diarhhoea in dogs if large amounts are eaten.\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eNo, this plant can cause vomiting and diarrhoea in dogs if large amounts are eaten.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value=\"{\u0026quot;1\u0026quot;:2,\u0026quot;2\u0026quot;:\u0026quot;The most common issue with Agaves is overwatering, so make sure you are leaving it plenty of time to totally dry out between waters. If your plant's stem starts to feel squishy and look yellow, it needs to dry out straight away! If it's pale in the centre and the growth is deformed, give it more light; it needs at least an hour of direct sun a day, especially in winter.\u0026quot;}\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eThe most common issue with Agaves is overwatering, so make sure you are leaving it plenty of time to totally dry out between waters. If your plant's stem starts to feel squishy and look yellow, it needs to dry out straight away! If it's pale in the centre and the growth is deformed, give it more light; it needs at least an hour of direct sun a day, especially in winter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDid you know?\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"In Mexico, Agaves are used to make mezcal, and almost any type can be used!\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":11137,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":{\"1\":2,\"2\":0},\"16\":10}'\u003eIn Mexico, Agaves are used to make mezcal, and almost any type can be used!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"13cm","offer_id":45512266023165,"sku":"7266841902271","price":16.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/agave-univittata-quadricolour-786803.jpg?v=1722505228","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/agave-lophanta-quadricolour","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}