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Cow horn agave
Agave bovicornuta

Family: Asparagaceae


What it is like

A large herb.

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

The young flowers are cooked lightly then dipped in egg batter and fried.

Edible parts

Flowers


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Ime

Synonyms