This species is one of the most popularly planted agave species. It is often seen in the southwestern United States and parts of Mexico, but only in cultivation, as there do not appear to be any wild specimens left. This large plant may reach 6 feet in height and up to 10 feet across. Agaves are monocarpic (they bloom at the end of their life, putting all their energy into flowering and producing seed). Plants sometimes produce bulbils too (propagative pups on the bloom stalk). The bloom stalk can reach 10-20’ tall and has yellow flowers. This agave suckers making colonies.

Plant in full to part sun, low water when established (though some summer irrigation keeps plants looking good and healthy). Good drainage is important. Plants are hardy to 10°F.

Agave weberi is probably pollinated by bats, as well as many other diurnal and nocturnal pollinators (bees, wasps, flower flies, moths, hummingbirds, etc).

In Mexico and other arid, subtropical places, this agave is used in the production of pulque (agave beer), mescal, and for fiber. For thousands of years this species of Agave has been used for food, sweetener and as an ingredient in beverages.  The Aztecs used the nectar of the plant as a flavor booster for food and drinks, and the plant fiber as thread and writing materials.