Scientific Name:

Euphorbia tulearensis

Common name:

Family:

Euphorbiaceae

Sub-Family:

Euphorbioideae

Tribe:

Euphorbieae

Genus:

Euphorbia

Origin:

Madagascar

Hardiness Zone:

13b

9b

ABout the PLant

The Euphorbia tulearensis is a fascinating succulent that hails from the deserts of North Africa. It has an unusual, almost alien-like appearance with its spiny, upright stems and yellowish-green foliage. This plant can reach up to 2 feet in height and 1 foot in width when mature. Its stems are usually about 3 inches thick and have a distinct pattern of ridges running along them. The leaves are small and scale-like, arranged in pairs along the stem. They range in color from light green to yellowish-green, depending on the amount of sunlight they receive. In late spring or early summer, the Euphorbia tulearensis produces bright yellow flowers which appear at the tips of its stems. These flowers are quite small but still very eye-catching against the plant's other colors. When it comes to care requirements, this succulent is relatively easy to maintain as long as you provide it with plenty of light and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly during its growing season (spring through fall) but allowed to dry out completely between waterings. In winter, it should be kept slightly drier than usual as it goes dormant during this time. The Euphorbia tulearensis has been around for centuries and was once used by North African tribes for medicinal purposes due to its anti-inflammatory properties. Today, it is popular among gardeners and houseplant enthusiasts alike for its unique look and low maintenance needs!

The Euphorbia tulearensis succulent requires bright indirect light to thrive. This means that it should be placed in an area where it will receive plenty of natural light, but not too much direct sunlight. It is best to avoid placing this plant in areas with low or medium light as this can cause the leaves to become yellow and eventually die off.

Euphorbia tulearensis succulents thrive in well-draining soil with a neutral pH. The ideal soil should be sandy and gritty, allowing excess water to easily drain away from the roots. Adding some organic matter like compost or worm castings can help provide additional nutrients and improve the soil structure.

The Euphorbia tulearensis succulent is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal watering. Generally, it should be watered about once every two weeks in the summer and once a month in the winter. When watering, make sure to provide enough water to thoroughly moisten the soil but not so much that it becomes soggy.

The ideal humidity conditions for the Euphorbia tulearensis succulent are relatively low. This succulent prefers an environment with a humidity level of around 40-50%. Too much moisture can cause root rot, so it's important to keep the air dry and not overwater this plant.