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Emm's Plant House

Euphorbia horrida 8.5cm H14cm

Euphorbia horrida 8.5cm H14cm

£10.00 GBP
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Euphorbia horrida is a spiny, sculptural succulent with blue-green ribs and dramatic teeth, often mistaken for a cactus. It thrives on bright light, excellent drainage, and sparse watering.

  • Full Botanical Name: Euphorbia horrida
  • Common Names: African Milk Barrel (horrida)
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: South Africa
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Arid rocky slopes with intense sun and infrequent rainfall

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Full sun to very bright light
  • Ideal Room: Sunny windowsill or conservatory
  • Feeding: Cactus/succulent fertilizer every 6–8 weeks in growth
  • Humidity: Low
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–32°C; keep above 10°C
  • Watering: Infrequent, deep soaks; dry completely between
  • Pet/Child Safe: Toxic — milky latex sap is irritant/poisonous; can cause skin/eye irritation and GI upset if ingested
  • Soil Type: Very free-draining mineral mix (grit/pumice)
  • Propagation: Offsets (allow cuts to callous) or seed
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 20–60 cm tall; clumping
  • Growth Rate: Slow to moderate
  • Pests and Treatment: Mealybugs/scale; treat with neem/oil
  • Repotting: 2–3 yearly in spring
  • Pruning: Not usually needed; handle with gloves
  • Air Purification: Minor
  • Folklore: Spiny form symbolizes protection
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