Agave americana (American agave, malina) is a large succulent native to Mexico and the US, particularly Texas. It is frequently found in xeriscape and desert cactus gardens. Culinary enthusiasts value the plant for its agave nectar. By cutting the flower stem before it blooms, a sweet liquid called aguamiel can be extracted from the plant’s core. This liquid can be fermented to produce pulque or octli, traditional alcoholic beverages in pre-Columbian Mexico. Studies indicate that the plant possesses anti-inflammatory properties. While it hasn’t been reported as naturalized on any Hawaiian Islands so far, it has been documented as naturalized elsewhere. In certain regions, such as the Canary Islands and South Africa, it is considered an environmental weed. The sap of the plant can be irritating or toxic to both animals and humans, and its prickles can cause skin damage. Agave americana reproduces from its base through suckering, spreading vegetatively as well as by seed, often forming dense stands that can outcompete other vegetation. Due to these characteristics, the plant is classified as high-risk.