Description
A succulent perennial related to Aloe that forms a tuft of fleshy, green leaves and upright, unbranched flower stalks with yellow or orange, star-shaped flowers. Bulbine frutescens is native to South Africa and makes a nice drought and cold tolerant and care-free ornamental. Its sap helps against burns like that of some Aloe. It also has a host of other medicinal uses.
Germination Guide
🌍 Southern Africa (South Africa, Lesotho, Eswatini), native to river banks and sandy, coastal hillsides
Easy
Bulbine frutescens, commonly called Burn Jelly Plant or Orange Bulbine, is a hardy succulent perennial native to southern Africa, valued for its medicinal properties and vibrant star-shaped flowers. Seeds germinate readily within 2-6 weeks when sown on well-drained substrate in bright light and warm conditions, making it an excellent choice for beginner seed propagators. The species is drought-tolerant and easy to establish, requiring minimal care during the germination phase.
Germination
Germination time
Expect germination in
14 – 42 days
Temperature
Min 13°C
Ideal 18°C
Max 25°C
Substrate moisture
💧 Medium
Substrate & Container
Recommended substrate
well-drained sandy loam or gritty soil with cactus earth and perlite
Recommended container
seed tray or shallow pots with drainage holes
Growing Tips
Sow seeds directly on substrate without covering or press lightly; keep in bright light but protect from intense direct heat; maintain evenly warm conditions (18-20°C optimal); keep substrate moderately moist, not waterlogged; germination may be slow initially but will accelerate around 2-3 weeks; do not discard seed tray prematurely as some seeds may germinate up to 6 weeks; transplant seedlings with four leaves into individual pots with well-draining soil; species tolerates frost to -5°C when established; prefers bright, filtered light and requires well-drained substrate to prevent root rot; once seedlings are established, reduce watering frequency to mimic natural drought-tolerant habitat
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