Agave isthmensis 'Ohi Raijin Shiro Nafaku'
 
(Syn: Agave potatorum 'Mediopicta' & A. isthmensis 'Mediopicta')
 
Origin: Mexico
 
Known as the Dwarf Butterfly Agave, this is a very beautiful dwarf variety that is said to have originated from Japan. It is very compact in nature, and one of the smallest of Agave's known. The plants have a clustering habits with rosettes about 6 to 8 cm in diameter. It is a really neat and attractive cultivar with a median white variegation, they form very attractive specimen plants.
 
Plant size: Well established plant, grown in a 7 cm pot. The first photo is of the plant for sale, the second is of older plants.
 
Caring for your Agave
 
 
Pot: Agave species and varieties are well suited to containers. Growing them in containers will also limit the growth of the otherwise very large growing varieties. Planted out in the garden, the plants thrive and will grow faster in a shorter space of time. Agaves form exceptional feature plants and displays well in containers.
 
Soil: The plants are willing and adapt to various soil types. However, it is important that a well-drained soil mix is used. A mix of sandy topsoil and potting soil will work best.
 
Light: The brighter the light, the more colourful and compact your plant. Agaves will grow in semi-shaded positions. However, they prefer bright and sunny positions.
 
Water: Despite being able to survive lengthy severe droughts, the plants grow happily with a weekly watering in summer.