Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gratiae
ID:
686642

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.Bolus

Source:
Caryophyllales.org

Year:
1933

Citation Micro:
Notes Mesembryanthemum 2: 394. 1933.

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000685975



Common Names

  • Faucaria gratiae
  • Gratiae Faucaria
  • Faucaria gratiae


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Synonyms

  • Faucaria hooleae L.Bolus [unknown]

Description

Faucaria gratiae (also called 'Grace's Faucaria', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aizoaceae. It is a succulent, growing up to 10 cm tall. It is native to South Africa. It is found in rocky and sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Faucaria gratiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover in dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Faucaria gratiae is a small, yellowish-green, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Faucaria gratiae is a small, succulent plant that grows up to 10 cm (4 in) tall. It has thick, triangular leaves that are covered in white, bristly hairs. It is native to South Africa and is hardy in USDA zones 9-11. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and can be propagated from cuttings or by seed.

Where to Find Faucaria gratiae

Faucaria gratiae can be found in South Africa.

Faucaria gratiae FAQ

What are the common names of Faucaria gratiae?

Faucaria gratiae is commonly known as Grace's Tiger Jaws.

What is the natural habitat of Faucaria gratiae?

Faucaria gratiae is native to the arid regions of South Africa.

What is the average size of Faucaria gratiae?

Faucaria gratiae typically grows to a height of 1 to 2 feet.

Species in the Aizoaceae family