: a Mexican agave (Agave tequilana) that has bluish- to greenish-gray swordlike leaves with spiny margins and is typically cultivated for the production of tequila and sometimes grown as an ornamental
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The large, broad leaves — or pencas — of blue agaves, century plants and similar species have value, according to UC Davis professor Samuel Sandoval Solis, a water resource specialist.—Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 3 Jan. 2026 It’s also made with blue agave, for some great grip, and niacinamide and aloe for an extra hit of hydration.—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 23 Dec. 2025 Available now in 32 shades with five undertones, the formula infuses blue agave, wild cranberry peptides and chlorella for plumping and hydrating purposes.—Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 20 Nov. 2025 Mexican law requires tequila to be made from at least 51% blue agave, but tequilas made with 100% blue agave are considered higher quality.—Michelle Del Rey, USA Today, 14 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for blue agave