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Pencil Cactus

Euphorbia tirucalli

Common rosette succulentsMood Meter: Chill AF

Also called: Pencil Tree, Milk Bush, Firesticks

How to identify it

Leafless-looking succulent shrub made of many smooth pencil-thin green branching stems.

Growing characteristics

Growth habit: branching succulent shrub.

Plant Mood Meter: Chill AF

Extremely drought-tolerant, but it needs very strong light to remain sturdy indoors.

Care guide

Light

Very bright light with direct sun. Direct sun: Direct sun is preferred after acclimation.

Water

Allow the mix to dry completely between waterings.

Soil / substrate

Gritty, fast-draining succulent mix.

Humidity

Dry average household air is appropriate.

Support / growth

No support needed.

Problems Planticist can help with

UnderwateringOverwatering / poor aerationRoot rot / impaired rootsExcess light / sun scorchInsufficient light (etiolation)Normal lower-leaf senescencePest damageFertilizer / mineral salt buildup

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