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Bijlia tugwelliae

Scientific Name: Bijlia tugwelliae (L. Bolus) S. A. Hammer
Synonym: Cylindrophyllum tugwelliae
Family: Aizoaceae

Cylindrophyllum tugwelliae at the Huntington Gardens in early July

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10-11

Frost Tolerance: Hardy to 28°F (-2°C)

Heat Tolerance: Keep cool and in light shade in summer

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: South Africa, Karoo desert

Growth Habits: Perennial mat forming succulents, leaves are 3-4 inches long (7-9 cm)

Watering Needs: Keep rather dry in summer when not growing

Propagation: Seeds, cuttings

Bijlia tugwelliae from Urischgewaagt

Blooming Habits:
The Bijlia tugwelliae has pale to bright yellow flowers, 2 inches in diameter (5 cm) in late winter.

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