Bulbine aka Burn Jelly Plant and Desert Candles

Bulbine frutescens

Bulbine aka Burn Jelly Plant and Desert Candles

Flowering perennial from the grasslands of South Africa. Like Aloe Vera, the sap of the stalks is used for healing skin ailments. Rastafarians treat colds and coughs by making a hot tea from infused stalks.

Orange or yellow flowers on tall spikes year-round
Slender succulent-like foliage
Flowers attract pollinators and butterflies

Height: 12 - 18 in
Spread: 18 - 24 in
Category: Flowering Perennial

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Ideal as a groundcover for hot, dry spots where nothing else seems to grow. Plant grows as a clump over time so give it room to fill out. Although a succulent, a little water is helpful during extended periods of hot and dry weather.