agave family
noun
the plant family Agavaceae, characterized by herbaceous or woody plants having rhizomes, a basal cluster of toothed, sword-shaped leaves, and a tall, dense spike of flowers, including the agave, century plant, dracaena, sansevieria, sisal, and yucca.
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The Joshua tree is a spiky, long-limbed member of the agave family and a cornerstone species in its desert ecosystem.
The Fight for the Joshua Tree Could Be a Watershed Moment for Species Protection | lwhelan | October 20, 2021 | Outside Online
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