Succulent - Faucaria tigrina in a 6cm pot

Latin name: Faucaria tigrina

A few words: Faucaria tigrina also known as "tiger's jaw" is a low growing succulent plant. The leaves are fleshy and triangular in shape, emerging from the center of the plant in pairs and their color varies depending on the sunlight from light to dark green or pinkish red to purple. Its flowers are yellow in color and look like daisies, as they bloom in autumn.

Light: They prefer sunny positions throughout the day, so it is advisable to place them outdoors.

Water: Cacti need very good drainage and for this it is good to use a special substrate for cacti when transplanting. Watering should be repeated every time the substrate dries. We usually water very well and then wait for it to dry.

Temperature: In general, most cacti can withstand temperatures even in the single digits. Several times, low temperatures are responsible for a rich spring bloom as they help differentiate the buds from blastophores to flowers. There are of course exceptions that require protection from the cold winter temperatures. In these cases it is good to use antifreeze fabric or to move them to sheltered places when this is possible.

Fertilization: We usually use liquid water-soluble fertilizer for cacti, from the beginning of January until autumn. Once every month is generally enough.

Last advice-recommendation: Cacti usually suffer from rotting due to excessive watering, especially in the autumn and winter season. So pay attention to the substrate we use and also to the frequency of watering. We must always adapt to the prevailing conditions.

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