Which scientist gave the blue Weber agave its botanical name?

F. A. C. Weber gave the blue Weber agave its botanical name, Agave tequilana.

The plant is commonly called blue Weber agave in English and is the agave species used for tequila under Mexico’s tequila regulations. The scientific name connects the plant with the Tequila region, while “Weber” identifies the botanist associated with its classification.

Blue Weber agave is a succulent plant that stores fermentable carbohydrates in its large central heart, known as the piña after the leaves are removed. Producers harvest mature plants, cook the hearts, extract their sugars, ferment the juice, and distill the resulting liquid.

The name can cause confusion because Weber was a person, not a flavor or production method. It also does not mean every agave species can be used for tequila. Tequila’s regulated identity is tied to blue Weber agave and approved production areas.