pebbled tiger jaws
Faucaria tuberculosa
RHS AGM 2002
USDA zones9 to 11
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Yellow
Notes
Pebbled tiger jaws (Faucaria tuberculosa) is a houseplant with a toothy look. It grows outdoors year-round in USDA zone 9 and warmer, down to about 20°F (-7°C). In colder areas, grow it as a houseplant or bring it indoors for winter. This plant likes full sun. Its opposite leaves have toothed edges and raised projections across the surface. Yellow, star-like flowers open in early to late summer.
Pairs well with African daisy, Star of bethlehem, and Lemon grass.
Native range
Africa.