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Hechtia Bromeliad, False Agave

Hechtia podantha

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Family
Bromeliaceae (bro-mee-lee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Hechtia (HEK-tee-uh)
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Species
podantha (pod-AN-tha)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Evergreen
Smooth
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness

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Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
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Category
Tropicals and Tender Perennials
Cactus and Succulents
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
This plant is monocarpic
Seed Collecting

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Regional
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