species 6,455 observations

Shaw's Agave

Agave shawii

Field notes

Supports All

10 native animals
supported in the US

Caterpillars Moths and butterflies raised on it California Giant-Skipper 1
Plant eaters Animals that feed on it Scott's Oriole, Oleander Scale 2
Flower visitors Pollinators and other flower visitors Anna's Hummingbird, Orange-crowned Warbler, Yellow-rumped Warbler, Common Raven 7

Range

United States

Greener is more native, amber more introduced; paler is less certain. How this was decided

Key traits

Layer: Shrubs
Light: Full sun
Moisture: Dry
Water use: Low
Plant type: Perennial Shrub Wildflower

From USDA PLANTS and the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center.