Agave cupreata
Family: Asparagaceae
What it is like
An agave. A plant with rings of leaves. The leaves are 75 cm long. They are light green with have irregular teeth.
There are about 250 Agave species. The Agavaceae are mostly in the tropics and subtropics.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia, Mexico, North America
How it is used for food
It is used for the production of mescal, an alcoholic drink.
Edible parts
Sap - drink