Agave Twin Flowered (geminiflora)

Agave Twin Flowered
Originally uploaded by azcritter.

This is a hardy little plant that requires little water. The species name geminiflora comes from the Latin for "twin flowered", and refers to the fact the flowers are grouped 2 per bracts, along the spike. The mature rosettes bear a narrow 8 to 12 feet tall spike carrying yellow flowers with a hint of red. I haven't seen any flowers on one of this size, but will take a picture when it blooms.