Euphorbia tithymaloides Care, Propagation, Watering & Growing Tips
Devil's backbone, botanically named Euphorbia tithymaloides, is an annual succulent plant that still belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family. It can be grown indoors and is very easy to take care of. It likes warm temperatures and moderate humidity and needs to be watered well. However, keep in mind that it is somewhat toxic to animals and humans.
Common Name |
Devil’s backbone, Zigzag plant, Redbird cactus, Slipper flower
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Plant Type
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Cactus & Succulents
Houseplants
Perennials
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Taxonomy
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Scientific name
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Euphorbia tithymaloides
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Genus
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Euphorbia
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Family
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Euphorbiaceae
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Order
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Malpighiales
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Class
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Dicotyledons
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Euphorbia tithymaloides Water Needs |
Water requirements and watering times for Euphorbia tithymaloides.
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Water Needs
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Low
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Cups
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Generally, Euphorbia tithymaloides needs water once every
21 days in 1
cups.
1 Cup = 250 ml, so at least Euphorbia tithymaloides needs about 0.25 L per 21 days. |
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Euphorbia tithymaloides Temperature, Humidity, and Light |
Ideal light, temperature & humidity needed for Euphorbia tithymaloides to thrive. |
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Light Requirements |
± 4 hours
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Temperature |
60°F
to 85°F
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Humidity Preference |
High
Euphorbia tithymaloides prefers High humidity levels, between 50% and 70%. |
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Euphorbia tithymaloides Soil Types and Growing Media |
Information about soil and suitable planting media for Euphorbia tithymaloides. |
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Suitability in pots |
5L
Euphorbia tithymaloides plants require different pot sizes as they grow. Start with a small pot of 5L. |
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Soil type |
clay
loam
sand
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Soil Drainage
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Well-Drainage
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Soil PH |
acid
alkaline
neutral
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Euphorbia tithymaloides Characteristics |
All you need to know about the characteristics of the Euphorbia tithymaloides plant. |
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Maximum Height |
48 Inches or
2 meters
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Spread |
48 Inches or
2 meters
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Color |
Green
White
Celadon
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Characteristics |
Cut Flowers
Showy
Evergreen
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Is Euphorbia tithymaloides toxic to pets? |
Yes
Euphorbia plants are poisonous to cats and dogs if touched or ingested. |
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Garden Style |
City and Courtyard
Coastal Garden
Gravel and Rock Garden
Informal and Cottage
Mediterranean Garden
Patio And Containers
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Euphorbia tithymaloides Grow and Care |
Find out information on how to propagate Euphorbia tithymaloides, when it flowers, and how to care for it. |
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Maintenance |
easy
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Propagation Methods |
stem cutting
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Flowering season |
spring
summer
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Euphorbia tithymaloides Native Region |
Find out where the Euphorbia tithymaloides plant originated. |
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Country |
Central America
North America
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