Agave Applanata 'Cream Spikes'

Agave 'Cream Spike' (Agave applanata)
Add a striking focal point to your collection with Agave 'Cream Spike', a highly sought-after miniature succulent known for its architectural beauty. This slow-growing cultivar forms a tight, symmetrical rosette of olive-green to powder-blue leaves, each edged with a broad, creamy-yellow margin and tipped with a dark brown terminal spine. Though the species is native to the rocky slopes of Mexico, this specific variegated clone traces its provenance to specialized nurseries in Japan before being introduced to the U.S. in the 1980s. Ideal for patio containers or rock gardens, 'Cream Spike' remains compact, typically reaching only 6–12 inches tall, making it a perfect choice for collectors with limited space.

• Scientific Name: Agave applanata 'Cream Spike'
• Family: Asparagaceae
• Synonyms: Often mislabeled in the trade as Agave parryi 'Cream Spike', Agave patonii 'Variegata', or Agave parryi 'Minima Variegata'.
• Provenance: This cultivar is of garden origin (nursery selected). It was introduced to the U.S. trade by San Marcos Growers in Santa Barbara, California. The plant stock was originally received from a collector in Japan in the 1980s, where it was likely developed or selected for its variegation. While the species Agave applanata is native to Mexico (Veracruz and Puebla), this specific variegated clone is a horticultural product