How to Grow and Care for furcraea

Giant Cabuya (Furcraea foetida) is an evergreen perennial that can grow to be 1.2 to 1.5 m tall. It has beautiful, variegated foliage that forms a fountain of sword-shaped leaves with rippled edges. They look like ribbons unfurling. This species is tolerant to heat, humidity and drought. It is often planted on sunny borders.

The furcraea parmentieri is a species native to the Trans-Mexican Volcanic Belt. One of its most impressive qualities is its ability to grow massive "mega-rosettes" composed of stiff, blue-gray leaves. As it matures, it grows a trunk that gives it the appearance of a palm tree.

Furcraea andina is a perennial succulent with long, sturdy, lance-shaped leaves that form a dense rosette. Its striking appearance is marked by the leaves' gray-green coloration and smooth, waxy surface. Well-adapted to high-altitude Andean habitats, furcraea andina thrives in rocky soils with good drainage, using its deep root system to anchor itself and withstand harsh winds. Its tall flower spikes are remarkable, creating a visual spectacle when in bloom.