Plant Database

PENCIL PLANT

EUPHORBIA TIRUCALLI

Family:
Euphorbiaceae
Irrigation:
Moderate to regular water
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Origin:
E AFRICA
Landscape Value:
n/a
Life History:
Succulent tree or shrub
Propagation:
spring or summer cuttings (allow to callus), early spring or fall division, seed
Climate/Zone:
Sunset zones 13, 23, 24; H1, H2
Ethnobotanical Value:
n/a
Exposure:
Full sun
Blooming Season:
n/a
Edible Part:
Fruiting Season:
n/a
Care Instructions:
Fast growing to 30 feet tall and 6 feet wide. Very tolerant of seaside conditions. Keep milky sap away from eyes as it can cause considerable damage.