Description
Grow variegated succulent subshrub for sunny indoor areas.
| Sr | Item name |
|---|---|
| 1 | Euphorbia tithymaloides, Pedilanthus (Variegated) - Succulent Plant |
| 2 | 5 inch (13 cm) Grower Round Plastic Pot (Black) |
Euphorbia tithymaloides is a popular, erect, perennial, succulent; grow up to 8 feet tall. The leave is oval, slightly glossy, variegated, medium green and white edged. They flank the zigzag stems to resemble a crooked backbone with ribs.
Plant Specifications
| Plant Height | 12 inch (30 cm) |
| Plant Spread | 5 inch (13 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Variegated Devils Backbone, Japanese Poinsettia, Slipper Spurge, Redbird Cactus |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 6 feet |
| Flower Colour | Red |
| Bloom Time | Rarely flowers indoors |
| Difficulty Level | Easy to grow |
Planting and care
Euphorbia tithymaloides care
Re-pot when the plant performs clump and goes beyond the pot size. It should be done before or after the rainy season and in the spring season.
Re-pot with the following proportions: 3 parts of potting soil, 1 part of grit (pumice), 1 part of the horticultural-grade sand, 1/2 part of the compost etc.
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Watering | Medium |
| Soil | Well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 60 degrees C |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer. |
Euphorbia tithymaloides special feature
Small succulent subshrub for sunny indoor areas.Zigzag stems exude a poisonous milky sap when cut.
Euphorbia tithymaloides uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose