Agave Lophantha, Ghaypat - Plant

Planting and care

In partially shaded areas, this plant can be used as a focal point in a desert garden, or in groups as a barrier. The saw-like flat leaves grow from a dense rosette base and spiral outwards.

Caring for Agave Lophantha

• These plants are susceptible to root rot due to overwatering, so water carefully—too much moisture will kill them.
• Only water when the soil completely dries out.
• They require well-draining soil and prefer a sandy cactus soil mix.

Typical uses of Agave Lophantha

Special features: The leaves are used to season meat and other foods in Caribbean, Latin American and Asian cuisines. It is often added to chutneys, a sauce containing fruits or vegetables that is eaten with other dishes.

Culinary use: NA

Ornamental use: The plant is used for ornamental purpose.

Medicinal use: Used externally, it is very effective on burns and sunburn, as well as a variety of skin diseases (eczema, pruritus, psoriasis, acne) it is extremely constructive and protective.

References

• http://www.smgrowers.com/products/plants/plantdisplay.asp?plant_id=322
• http://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/agave-lophantha.html