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African Milk Tree
Euphorbia trigona
Common rosette succulentsMood Meter: Chill AF
Also called: Cathedral Cactus, Friendship Cactus
How to identify it
Upright branching triangular succulent stems with paired spines and small leaves along the ridges.
Growing characteristics
Growth habit: columnar succulent shrub.
Plant Mood Meter: Chill AF
Very drought-tolerant and vigorous with strong light and a fast-draining root zone.
Care guide
Light
Very bright light. Direct sun: Several hours of direct sun can be tolerated after acclimation.
Water
Allow the mix to dry thoroughly between waterings.
Soil / substrate
Gritty, fast-draining succulent mix.
Humidity
Average dry household air is suitable.
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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