noun
- A tropical American plant of the agave family, with large sword-shaped leaves and tall flower spikes, cultivated for ornament and fiber.
Usage: Also called false agave or Mauritius hemp; Botanical term; commonly used in horticulture and botany
Examples
- The furcraea plant thrives in warm, dry climates.
- Gardeners often plant furcraea as a dramatic focal point in xeriscaping designs.
- Furcraea leaves can reach several feet in length.
- The tall flower spike of the furcraea attracts pollinators.
- Furcraea is sometimes grown for its fiber, similar to agave.