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Cocuiza

Agave missionum

Vulnerable
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The Century Plant (Agave missionum) is a species in the genus Agave. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in grasslands, wetlands, forests, and cultivated landscapes.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Cocuiza

Similar Species in Agave

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acibara
Agave americana
Least Concern
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Agave Cimarrón
Agave salmiana
Least Concern
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Amole
Agave vilmoriniana
Least Concern
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Espadín
Agave angustifolia
Least Concern
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lechuguilla
Agave lechuguilla
Least Concern
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Lechuguilla
Agave palmeri
Least Concern
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Maguey Cenizo
Agave asperrima
Least Concern
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Mescal
Agave parryi
Least Concern
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planta
Kingdom
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Flowering Plants
Phylum
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Monocots
Class
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Asparagales
Order
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Asparagaceae
Family
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Agave
Genus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cocuiza?
The scientific name of Cocuiza is Agave missionum. It belongs to the genus Agave.
What is the conservation status of Cocuiza?
Cocuiza (Agave missionum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Cocuiza belong to?
Cocuiza (Agave missionum) belongs to the genus Agave, which is part of the taxonomic family Asparagaceae.
Is Cocuiza endangered?
Yes, Cocuiza (Agave missionum) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Cocuiza belong to?
Cocuiza (Agave missionum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).
What are the closest relatives of Cocuiza?
The closest relatives of Cocuiza in the genus Agave include acibara, Agave Cimarrón, Amole, Espadín, lechuguilla.

Genus Agave — 20 Species

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acibara
Agave americana
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Agave Cimarrón
Agave salmiana
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Amole
Agave vilmoriniana
LC
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Cocuiza
Agave missionum
VU
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Espadín
Agave angustifolia
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lechuguilla
Agave lechuguilla
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Lechuguilla
Agave palmeri
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Maguey Cenizo
Agave asperrima
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Mescal
Agave parryi
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sisal
Agave sisalana
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sisal blanco
Agave fourcroydes
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Cedros Agave
Agave sebastiana
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Toumey's agave
Agave toumeyana
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Havard agave
Agave havardiana
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thread agave
Agave filifera
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royal agave
Agave victoriae-reginae
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False Sisal
Agave decipiens
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Utah Agave
Agave utahensis
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Fox tail agave
Agave attenuata
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Compact Thread-leaf Century Plant
Agave microceps
LC
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