Unique Growth Habit And Character – Devils Backbone Cactus
The Devil’s Backbone Euphorbia, scientifically known as Euphorbia tithymaloides, is a striking succulent plant with a truly unique appearance. Its distinctive feature is its zigzagging stems, resembling a rugged backbone, adorned with pairs of pointed, lance-shaped leaves. The leaves are typically a vibrant green, sometimes tinged with red or bronze, and have a charming scalloped edge. This resilient and fascinating succulent adds an intriguing and eye-catching element to your indoor or outdoor garden, making it an excellent conversation starter for plant enthusiasts and admirers alike.
Devils Backbone Plant Profile
- Botanical Name: Euphorbia tithymaloides
- Common Name: Devils Backbone
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native Range: Central Africa
Devils Backbone Care Guide
- Care Level: Easy
- Light: Bright light to Full Sun- more light encourages the red coloring
- Water: Water thoroughly once soil is dry, water very sparingly in the winter
- Humidity: avg. room humidity
- Temperature: 65-85F
- Pruning: Prune as needed to remove brown or dead leaves
- Feeding: 1/2 strength fertilizer weekly during spring and summer
- Growth: Upright
- Propagation: top cutting
- Pests: Look out for spider mites if conditions are dry
- Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets
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Brenda rossman (verified owner) –
This plant is.a.beauty it growing slow.but getting there love her get.to me good 👍