Bulbine became more widely known as an attractive low-care houseplant during the last few years. Especially herb-enthusiasts regard Bulbine as a good alternative to Aloe vera. Bubline contains almost the same active ingredients as Aloe vera, but it is by far not that prickly. Besides Bulbine gives better crops since it grows much faster.

Its home are dry regions in South-Africa. In the RSA it is often used in the garden because of its pretty yellow or orange flowers. Although it is the most frost hardy species of all Bulbines, it is impossible to keep it in the garden anywhere in Central Europe. It will survive only a few degrees below freezing point and even that only for a very short time. On the other hand it can be kept on the window sill during winter without any difficulties at all, with the added bonus of having fresh leaves for use even in the middle of winter.