A new and unique X Mangave plant named ‘Purple People Eater’ characterized by long, broad, slightly arching, glaucous greenish-purple foliage, that develop reddish-purple spots densely covering the upper and lower surfaces especially with high ultraviolet light exposure. Leaves have medium-sized semi-flexible marginal spines and semi-flexible apical spine. Growth rate is moderate. The new plant is suitable for the garden or as a potted plant in the garden or home.
