Faucaria tigrina

Tiger Jaws (Faucaria tigrina) is a houseplant in the Aizoaceae family, native to BR. It is a direct sun-light species that thrives between 5000 and 15000 lux. Optimal indoor care calls for watering roughly every 18 days, temperatures of 10–35°C, and about 25% humidity. According to ASPCA data, it is non-toxic and considered pet-safe for cats and dogs. It is also known as Tiger Tigerfig.

ASPCA Pet Toxicity Determination

Toxic to Dogs? NO (Safe)

Toxic to Cats? NO (Safe)

Clinical Symptoms:

Toxicity not verified against ASPCA — treat as unknown.

Quantitative Care Thresholds

Light Level Profile Direct Sun

Minimum Light Requirement 5000 Lux

Maximum Light Tolerance 15000 Lux

Watering Frequency Every 18 Days

Temperature Envelope 10°C – 35°C

Ideal Ambient Humidity 25% RH

Taxonomic & Field Verification

GBIF Usage Key 3703460

Native Biogeographical Range BR; Cape Provinces; Eastern Cape; South Africa (E-Cape Prov.); TW; ZA

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