Common name: Chagualillo Height: 2m Growing: slow Foliage: evergreen, the leafs are filled with inward pointing needle-sharp spines. Flowers / Fruits: moderate spike filled with dark blue-green flowers. Site: sun Soil: acid to alkaline, well-drained soil. Irrigation: few Hardiness: semi-hardy -5 ºC
Long description: Puya coerulea has sensational rosettes of serrated spiny leaves. It will form a deep red spike, filled with dark blue-green flowers.