Euphorbia Trigona
African Milk Tree cactus ( Euphorbia trigona ) is a tall, rugged, easy-care plant with thorns. It should come as no surprise that many people think of it as an African cactus. Botanical Name: Euphorbia trigona – (yoo-FOR-bee-uh) (try-GOH-nuh) Common Name(s): African Milk Tree cactus, candelabra cactus, Abyssinian Euphorbia, cathedral cactus, friendship cactus Family & Origin: Euphorbaceae – West Africa Growability: Easy with a slow growth rate Size: Outdoors 7′-9′ | Indoors 2′-4′ feet tall Light: Prefers bright light. Protect for direct sun may burn the plant. Temperature: 35°-90° degrees Fahrenheit Water: Keep the soil slightly moist. Do not overwater. Fertilizer: Feed monthly a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer spring and summer. Soil: Well-draining succulent soil Pests & Diseases: Mealybug, plant scale, root rot Propagation: Stem cuttings Toxicity: White milky sap is a skin irritant and poisonous. Protect eyes and mouth when handling. Wash immediately if