2023年3月13日 · The pencil cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli) is an interesting shrub with succulent foliage that’s native to semi-arid tropical climates. It can grow quite large in the wild—up to 30 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide. Indoors, the plant will stay at …

2023年9月29日 · Pencil cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli) is an intriguing and versatile addition to any indoor gardener’s array of plants. Here's how to grow and care for it.

2020年7月22日 · The firestick plant (pencil cactus or Euphorbia tirucalli) is a type of succulent, not a cactus. The firestick succulent is also named pencil cactus, stick cactus, fire plant, pencil plant, and ‘sticks on fire.’ Pictures of the firestick plant show how it gets its name.

2023年12月12日 · Pencil cactus plants are easy to care for. Learn how to grow Euphorbia tirucalli: water, sunlight, soil, fertilizer, pruning, pests, and more

Pencil plant (Euphorbia tirucalli) is actually a succulent, rather than a true cactus. Its photosynthesis takes place in its stem, not the leaves. Sometimes called milk bush, because of the white latex-type sap that comes when the plant is cut, be aware that the sap is toxic.

Curious about a plant that’s low-maintenance, yet transforms your space into a lush sanctuary? The pencil cactus, also known as Euphorbia tirucalli or Milkbush, is your answer. Native to Africa and India, this succulent can tower up to 30 feet in its natural habitat but adapts beautifully to indoor conditions, reaching up to six feet.

2024年2月6日 · We’ve compiled the ultimate guide filled with time-tested tips and easy step-by-step instructions that will have you successfully growing the pencil cactus in no time. The pencil cactus, also known as Europhobia Tirucalli, is a low maintenance succulent native to parts of South and East Africa.

2021年6月26日 · The pencil cactus plant is in the Euphorbia family of succulents. It's an unusual looking plant that can instantly add interest to the succulent garden. Find tips on caring for a pencil cactus in this article.

Pencil cactus (Euphorbia tirucalli) an add spiky drama in an outdoor garden bed with other succulents and warm-climate plants. As a houseplant, it needs gritty soil and impeccable drainage. With its spiky silhouette, a pencil cactus seems an obvious choice to add to a houseplant collection or garden bed devoted to succulents.

2023年11月8日 · Botanical name: Euphorbia tirucalli Common name: Pencil Cactus, Pencil Tree, Milk Tree, Pencil Plants, Indian Tree Spurge, Milk Bush. A popular variety of this plant is called “Sticks On Fire.” It doesn’t grow as large and has vibrant reddish/golden stems. This post may contain affiliate links, you can read our policies here.