Mauritius hemp, part of the Furcraea genus, includes succulent shrubs sometimes used as ornamental pieces in gardens and as a source of natural fibers. This is the most popular among them: Its long, sword-shaped, variegated leaves make it a distinctive and attractive ornamental piece. Furcraea foetida also blooms with flowers ranging from creamy white to green, with a powerful and pleasant scent.
Though different species of slow-growing Furcraea vary in size, slow-growing F. foetida is a fairly manageable size for container cultivation, standing at nearly 5-feet tall and up to 8-feet wide. The F. foetida is also commonly referred to as Mauritius hemp or green aloe. Most Furcraea species, including the F. foetida, are of interest for the natural fique fibers they produce. Native to tropical regions like the Caribbean and northern South America, Furcraea grows in warm, wet environments. Mauritius hemp can be planted all year long.
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