Faucaria tigrina, Tiger Jaws

Faucaria tigrina, Tiger Jaws

Faucaria tigrina is a species of succulent plant native to South Africa. It is also known as the Tiger Jaws succulent and belongs to the family Aizoaceae. This succulent has an interesting appearance with its fleshy leaves which resemble fangs, while the flowers are a beautiful shade of orange-yellow. These plants are fairly easy to grow indoors, but they can be grown outdoors in regions where there is minimal frost and even full sun conditions. They enjoy well-drained soil that should be kept slightly moist at all times.

Sunlight

Full Sun

Water

Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.

Humidity

Low

Temperature

Hardiness Zone: 8+

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