Faucaria
Botanical name: Faucaria
Faucaria
Botanical name: Faucaria
Description
Faucaria are a genus of succulents known for their thorn-edged leaves, which look like pointy little teeth. this explains the scientific name Faucaria, which comes from the Latin word for "animal mouth". They are small plants with golden-yellow flowers, and several are domesticated as potted plants or unique ornamentals. 
Species of Faucaria
Warty tiger jaws
Warty tiger jaws is a succulent plant native to South Africa. Its green leaves are covered in small, bumpy tubercles that resemble tiger teeth, which earned it its common name. This plant produces yellow, daisy-like flowers in the summer months, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. It is an easy-to-care-for plant that adds a unique touch to any succulent collection.
Tiger's jaw
The “teeth” along the edge of tiger's jaw (Faucaria tigrina) are used to collect moisture. This succulent can tolerate colder temperatures than other succulents, which makes it perfect for growing outdoors in more temperate climates. This plant is native to South Africa and is also known as shark’s jaws.
Tiger-jaws
Tiger-jaws (Faucaria bosscheana) is a flowering succulent native to South Africa and widely valued as an ornamental species. In cultivation, tiger-jaws is considered a good succulent species for beginners and a good choice for ornamental ground cover. This species requires very little water in the winter season, but tolerates overwatering better than other succulent species.
Care Guide for Faucaria
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Vascular plants Class
Dicotyledons Order
Pinks, cacti, and allies Family
Fig-marigold Genus
Faucaria 
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