Mangave Purple People Eater

Mangave ‘Purple People Eater’ – Bold Hybrid Succulent with Striking Purple Foliage

Mangave ‘Purple People Eater’ is a dramatic hybrid of Agave and Manfreda, celebrated for its sculptural form and vivid coloration. This extraordinary succulent forms a wide, symmetrical rosette of fleshy leaves ranging from deep green to rich burgundy-purple, heavily speckled with darker spots and edged with fine, flexible teeth.

In full sun, its purple tones intensify, transforming the plant into a living work of art. Mature specimens reach 45–60 cm tall and 60–90 cm across, making them exceptional focal points in xeriscapes, rock gardens, raised beds, or large decorative containers.

Resilient, architectural, and low-maintenance, ‘Purple People Eater’ offers dramatic year-round impact with minimal care—perfect for collectors, gardeners, and landscape designers.

Key Features

• Rare Hybrid: Unique cross between Agave and Manfreda

• Vivid Purple Foliage: Leaves shift from green to burgundy-purple with bold spotting

• Sculptural Rosette: Wide, symmetrical form with a waxy finish and soft spines

• Impressive Size: Grows up to 60 cm tall and 90 cm wide

• Easy-Care: Drought-tolerant, adaptable, and low maintenance

Care Guide

• Light: Full sun for strongest purple tones; tolerates partial shade

• Water: Deep but infrequent; allow soil to dry thoroughly

• Soil: Requires gritty, sandy, or cactus-style well-draining mix

• Temperature: Hardy to light frost; protect from severe cold

• Feeding: Apply diluted succulent fertiliser in spring and summer for best growth

Why Choose Mangave ‘Purple People Eater’?
With its bold purple foliage, dramatic spotting, and modern architectural form, Mangave ‘Purple People Eater’ is more than a plant—it’s a statement piece. Whether displayed in a landscape or a large container, this hybrid delivers unforgettable style and lasting resilience.

The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

Please note  — NT, TAS, WA customers: please contact us before placing your order due to additional quarantine charges associated with these locations.
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