How often does an Agave americana bloom in its lifetime?

Agave americana blooms only once in its lifetime, typically after 10 to 30 years of growth, which earned it the nickname 'century plant.' After producing its towering flower panicle that can reach up to 8 meters in height, the main rosette dies. The plant reproduces through offshoots called pups that grow at its base.

How can this Photo be used?

Botanists, garden designers, and publishers can use this stock photo under Kataloop's commercial license in a wide range of contexts, for example in plant encyclopedias, garden magazines, or websites focused on succulents and desert plants. Campaigns around drought-resistant gardening, climate-adapted planting, or Mediterranean landscaping also benefit from the clean composition against the dark night background.

What mood does this Photo convey?

The deep black background makes the green-yellow flower clusters of the agave stand out with strong visual clarity, creating a precise, almost scientific character. The night setting amplifies the structural complexity of the panicle and conveys botanical accuracy rather than emotional sentiment.

What equipment was used to capture this Photo?

This agave americana night shot was captured with the Samsung NX10, an early mirrorless camera featuring a 14.6-megapixel APS-C sensor, delivering a resolution of 3872 x 2592 pixels. The NX10 was known for its compact body combined with solid image quality, making controlled low-light outdoor shots like this one feasible with manageable noise levels.

What visual style or trend does this Photo represent?

Plants with extreme structural forms are gaining relevance in botanical photography, especially in the context of growing interest in climate-resilient species and naturalistic garden design. Agaves are increasingly seen as symbols of adaptability, making images like this one valuable for scientific publications, sustainability campaigns, and environmental communication.

Agave plant with blooming flowers at night

Name: Agave plant with blooming flowers at night
Brand: Kataloop
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Agave plant with blooming flowers at night

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3814048

SAMSUNG NX10

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