Question 1

What does the cryptic crossword clue "Gave in when producing Mexican plants (6)" mean?

Accepted Answer

The definition is "plants". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). GAVE (synonym of "Gave") + AS (synonym of "when"); definition: "Mexican plants" The answer is AGAVES.

Question 2

What is the answer to "Gave in when producing Mexican plants (6)"?

Accepted Answer

The answer is AGAVES.