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Euphorbia 'African Milk Tree'
Euphorbia 'African Milk Tree'
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The Euphorbia trigona 'African Milk Tree' is a striking and robust houseplant admired for its unique, candelabra-like structure. Its tall, triangular stems are adorned with small, teardrop-shaped leaves and spines and the stems are typically bright green with distinct white or cream markings, adding to the plant's visual appeal. This Euphorbia exhibits an upright growth habit, and when fully mature, the 'African Milk Tree' can reach a height of approximately 4-8 feet.
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical & Common Names
Botanical: Euphorbia trigona
Common: Good Luck Plant, Rubra
Necessary Care Tips
Necessary Care Tips
- Light: Bright Indirect
- Ideal Temperature: 65-75°F
- Humidity: Low
- Water: Allow the soil to dry out completely between watering
- Fertilize: Fertilize sparingly, once in the spring and once in the summer.
- Preferred Soil: Cacti and Succulent Potting Mix
Advanced Care Tips
Advanced Care Tips
- Can tolerate higher temperatures but should be protected from frost. Ideal nighttime temperature is around 50°F (10°C).
- Caution should be taken when handling this plant, as its sap is toxic and can cause irritation.
Plant Insights
Plant Insights
- Member of the Euphorbiaceae family, also known as the Spurge family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 6,740 species.
- Euphorbia species are found worldwide, with a high diversity in Africa and Madagascar.
- The white, milky sap (latex) of Euphorbia is a defense mechanism against herbivores. This sap is toxic and can cause irritation.
- Euphorbia is highly drought-tolerant, making it suitable for xeriscaping (landscaping that reduces or eliminates the need for irrigation).
- phorbia's are commonly mistaken for cacti due to their appearance and spiny structures but these plants are more like succulents!
- Unsafe / Toxic
- Low Maintenance
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