The Purple Maguey Plant — Benefits and Traditional Uses
The purple maguey (Agave atrovirens or regional variants of Agave americana) is a striking succulent plant native to Mexico and Central America. Known for its deep violet or purple-tinged leaves and thick rosette structure, this plant has been treasured for centuries—not just for its beauty or use in making pulque and mezcal, but for its powerful medicinal properties. From … Read more