Frizzle Sizzle
Albuca spiralis
A whimsical bulbous succulent native to South Africa, the Frizzle Sizzle is celebrated for its unique, corkscrew-shaped leaves. These narrow green leaves curl into tight spirals when the plant receives high light levels and undergoes dry spells. In spring, it produces tall flower spikes with nodding, yellow-green blossoms that emit a pleasant vanilla fragrance. It is a winter-growing plant that goes dormant in the heat of summer.
Light
Full Sun
Water
Moderate
Difficulty
Moderate
Humidity
Low
Pet Warning
This plant is considered toxic if ingested by cats, dogs, or horses, potentially causing digestive distress and vomiting.
Care Guide
Albuca spiralis (Frizzle Sizzle) Care Guide ## Lighting: This plant requires bright, direct light to maintain its characteristic spiral shape. Without enough light, the leaves will grow long and straight. ## Watering: Water thoroughly when the top two inches of soil feel dry during the winter and spring. Avoid watering the bulb directly to prevent rot. ## Summer Dormancy: In the summer heat, the plant will naturally go dormant and the leaves will turn brown and die back. Stop watering almost completely during this time and keep the bulb in a cool, dry place. Resume watering when new growth appears in the fall. ## Soil and Drainage: Use a gritty, fast-draining succulent or cactus mix. Ensure the pot has adequate drainage holes. ## Blooming: Flowering usually occurs in late spring. After flowering, the leaves may start to brown as the plant prepares for dormancy.
In-Depth Care & Growth
Feeding & Soil
Fertilizer
Balanced succulent fertilizer
Soil
Gritty cactus or succulent mix with excellent drainage
Physical Attributes
Mature Size
8 to 12 inches tall
Growth Rate
Moderate
Propagation
Division of bulb offsets or seed sowing in autumn