- Low Maintenance, Fast Growing
- Bright Indirect Light
- Mature Height 9 feet
- Water Needs - Dry
The Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent features an upright stalk with vertical ribbing. Its pronounced edges are dotted with tiny, pointed spines, and elongated leaves grow alongside them. The central stalk displays a mottled green and white appearance, while the foliage is medium green with pinkish-red stems. As the plant matures, it develops a branched appearance, giving it a cactus-like look.
The botanical name of this intriguing succulent is Euphorbia lactea, although it is also known as the African Milk Tree or Good Luck Plant. The Euphorbia Trigona Rubra is low-maintenance, embodying the easy-care qualities of succulents.
Best Locations For Growing Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent
The Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent adds a quirky style to any room in your home. This plant can mostly be left alone if placed in a sunny spot away from drafts. Like all Euphorbias, the African Milk Tree produces latex, a skin irritant. The sap is typically contained but can be exposed if the plant is pruned, becomes top-heavy and tips over, or is handled roughly by a curious child or pet. Exercise caution with the Euphorbia Trigona Rubra, as the sap is toxic.
Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent Sunlight Requirements
Adequate sunlight ensures the Euphorbia Trigona Rubra will continue to grow and thrive. Bright, indirect sunlight enhances the intensity of its variegation. While Euphorbia can tolerate medium sunlight, growth will slow. The plant can gradually acclimate to direct sunlight, but take your time because too much sun exposure at once can burn the foliage.
Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent Care
Repot the Euphorbia Trigona Rubra every other year or when the plant outgrows its container. Although this succulent has a shallow root system, a deeper pot with drainage holes will help secure the plant if it becomes top-heavy. Use potting soil intended for cacti and succulents.
Prune only when necessary, and be sure to wear gloves to protect your skin from sap. Clean your pruning shears before and after use.
Watering Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent
Succulents require minimal water. Water the Euphorbia Trigona Rubra when the soil is completely dry. This plant can often go a week or longer without water and needs even less during the fall and winter. Average to above-average humidity is preferred.
Feeding Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent
Feed the Euphorbia Trigona Rubra with a fertilizer formulated for succulents or a low-nitrogen product. Fertilize monthly during the spring and summer, and then pause during the fall and winter.
Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent Information
| Light Exposure: Bright Indirect Light |
| Mature Height: 9 feet |
| Mature Spread: 2 feet |
| Habit: Clumping, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Green, Yellow |
| Foliage Color(s): Reddish-Purple |
| Watering: Dry |
| Features: Low Maintenance, Fast Growing |
| Common Name: Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Succulent |
| Other Name(s): African Milk Tree, Good Luck Plant, the Royal Red, the Abyssinian Euphorbia, the High Chaparral |
| Scientific Name: Euphorbia lactea |
- SKU:
- SUCC_EUPHORBIA_RED.TRIGONA
Container Sizes
Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
4.5" Pot
Also Known As:
4.5" Container
Plant Age:
~ 6 months
Plant Size:
~ 3"-6"
Pot Size:
~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
Volume:
1.42 quarts
Quart Pot
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
2.5 Quart
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
#1 Pot
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
#2 Pot
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
#3 Pot
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
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