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Newbie needs identification help

Jpolk34 (New Orleans, LA, Zone 9B)

9 years ago

So I ran across this succulent container at a consignment store of all places today. Got it for cheap and was just curious as to the names of the cacti and succulents I have. So I'm assuming it contains a type of agave or aloe, a jade plant?, and some type of cactus. I know the photos aren't great, but if you could tell me what you think I have here I'd appreciate it! Thanks!

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palmbob
9 years ago
Agave angustifolia
Jpolk34 (New Orleans, LA, Zone 9B) thanked palmbob
Patrick Gabriel (zone 6a/6b)
9 years ago
The one you are referring to as Jade is Portulacaria afra. There are many different common names for it, and they often contain the name jade but it's not.
Jpolk34 (New Orleans, LA, Zone 9B) thanked Patrick Gabriel (zone 6a/6b)
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Jpolk34 (New Orleans, LA, Zone 9B)
Original Author
9 years ago
Thanks guys!
Jpolk34 (New Orleans, LA, Zone 9B)
Original Author
9 years ago
Palmbob, I read your comments and others on Dave's Garden about this agave. I will definitely keep it in a container since it sounds extremely invasive. I will also not attempt to trim it with a chainsaw lol. Apparently the sap is very irritating to the skin.

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