This month our indoor plant of the month (not pet friendly option) is Euphorbia trigona, also known as the African milk tree or Cathedral cactus. We love this funky plant! Looking like something between a cactus and a succulent, this Euphorbia will add great architectural interest to your plant collection. It's an unusual and curious plant to look at and really easy to care for!
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Native habitat
Native to West Africa.
Light and position in the home
This plant needs good light levels to survive. A bright sunny window is ideal, avoid direct sunlight in summer. Rotate your planter 1/4 every week or two for even growth.
Foliage and flowers
The name 'trigona' comes from the plant's stems which have three distinct sides. The cute leaves have a teardrop shape and are usually present for a short period. Even when leafless, this plant is a stunning specimen.
Temperature
Ideal temperature is somewhere between 16-24 degrees Celcius.
Watering
Although these are fairly drought tolerant plants, they can get surprisingly thirsty in warm temperatures. Water when the top inch or two dries completely before watering again.
Did you know?
Like other Euphorbias, these plants contain a toxic milky sap, so be mindful when handling and always wear gloves if possible.
This plant is toxic to pets.
Love the look of this plant? We are sending one to all our indoor plant subscribers (non-pet friendly option) in May - view our subscription options here and add this to your plant collection!
View our indoor plant subscription options here and get yours now!
Native habitat
Native to West Africa.
Light and position in the home
This plant needs good light levels to survive. A bright sunny window is ideal, avoid direct sunlight in summer. Rotate your planter 1/4 every week or two for even growth.
Foliage and flowers
The name 'trigona' comes from the plant's stems which have three distinct sides. The cute leaves have a teardrop shape and are usually present for a short period. Even when leafless, this plant is a stunning specimen.
Temperature
Ideal temperature is somewhere between 16-24 degrees Celcius.
Watering
Although these are fairly drought tolerant plants, they can get surprisingly thirsty in warm temperatures. Water when the top inch or two dries completely before watering again.
Did you know?
Like other Euphorbias, these plants contain a toxic milky sap, so be mindful when handling and always wear gloves if possible.
This plant is toxic to pets.
Love the look of this plant? We are sending one to all our indoor plant subscribers (non-pet friendly option) in May - view our subscription options here and add this to your plant collection!
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