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Spiral Euphorbia - Euphorbia Tortilis 4.5" Pot! Twisted Spurge - Super Healthy!

Spiral Euphorbia - Euphorbia Tortilis 4.5" Pot! Twisted Spurge - Super Healthy!

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White Ghost Cactus Euphorbia Lactea 4.5" Pot Huge! Super Healthy! Lots of Arms!

❗LOOK!!❗Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA due to state import laws. Any orders from these states will be canceled. My apologies for this inconvenience.Grown in 4.5" pot, very healthy and standing about a foot tall from soil line, this is a pretty big plant with lots of branches! It has amazing color patterns for a 'White Ghost' Euphorbia and is nearly flawless! Name: White Ghost Euphorbia Scientific Name: Euphorbia lacteaFamily: Euphorbiaceae Origination: Africa  Historic Uses: Ornamental, EthnobotanicalHeight: 20Ft Hardiness: USDA 10-12 (Protect from Frost) Flower Color: Yellow   Other Names: Indian tree spurge, pencil tree, milk bush, Ghost plantEuphorbia lactea 'White Ghost', also known as the White Ghost Euphorbia or Dragon Bones Tree, is a striking succulent with a unique appearance. Here are some key details about this plant:DescriptionThis plant has a candelabra-like structure with white, spine-covered stems that lack chlorophyll, giving it a ghostly appearance. The stems are usually green with white lines, and the plant can grow up to 15 feet (4.5 meters) tall in its natural habitat. It rarely flowers in cultivation, but when it does, the flowers are small and yellow, appearing in paired cyathia near the stem tips. The plant produces a milky sap that is toxic and can cause skin irritation and eye damage, so it's important to handle it with care. Native to India, it thrives in semi-arid and rocky regions. Prefers well-drained soils and can tolerate drought conditions.Care and CultivationRequires full sun to partial shade. It needs at least six hours of direct sunlight each day, but some protection from intense afternoon sun may be necessary to prevent burns. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot. Water more frequently during the growing season and reduce watering in winter. Needs well-draining soil to prevent waterlogging. A mix of regular potting soil with sand or perlite works well. Prefers moderate humidity. Misting with rainwater can help provide foliar feeding. Thrives in warm temperatures between 60-85°F (16-29°C). It is not frost-tolerant and should be kept indoors or in a plant house during colder months. Can be propagated through seeds or stem cuttings. Use gloves and eye protection to handle the plant due to its toxic sap. In regions where it is winter-hardy, it can be used as a specimen plant, hedge, or container plant. It also makes an excellent houseplant This listing is for the EXACT item in the pictures. Ships in 4.5" pot. It is up to you to know the conditions that these plants grow in the part of the country you reside. I will accept some returns, however, since a shipped plant cannot be returned in its original condition, I can only offer a 50% refund. We take great care in packaging our plants and problems have always been VERY rare.   We put great care into packaging our plants but due to the nature of the items shipped we cannot guarantee that some leaves won’t be broken or fall off- It is normal to lose some depending on the variety (Sedum, Echeveria, Cotyledon, Graptopetalum, etc...). Many kinds of leaves will re-root and grow into a new plant. Some that do not are Cotyledon and Aeonium.  Heat packs are available for purchase with your item to use if cold weather is expected at the time of shipment. (Link to Heat Pack: https://www.ebay.com/itm/146333255563 ) Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. I will cancel any order I feel won't make it safely to its destination without freezing. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 I don't make any profit off of them because they are a necessary shipping item in winter.  Basic care instructions are included with your order. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me for any extra advice you may require. We want you to be successful with our babies!  And if you have any questions about this item or others, please message me and I will gladly answer them.
Grown in 4.5" pot, very healthy and standing over a foot tall from soil line, this is a pretty big plant with strong branches! It has amazing spiral structure for a "Spiral Spurge" and is nearly flawless! 

Name: Twisted Spurge 
Scientific Name: Euphorbia Tortilis 
Family: Euphorbiaceae 

Product Description     
Euphorbia tortilis, also known as Twisted Spurge or Spiral Euphorbia, is a fascinating succulent native to the arid regions of southern Africa. It features a central, columnar stem that twists and spirals as it grows, creating a unique and sculptural form. The stem is typically pale green with subtle reddish or purplish markings. Small, paired spines adorn the ridges of the stem, adding texture and visual interest. Tiny, rudimentary leaves may appear on new growth but quickly fall off, leaving the twisted stem as the main focal point. 

Origination: South Africa 
Recommended Uses: Ornamental, Collectable 
Height: Up to 3ft 
Hardiness: USDA 10+ 
Flower Color: Yellow 
Other Names: Spiral Euphorbia 

Growing Instructions:  
Thrives in full sun to partial shade. It can handle direct sunlight but should be protected from the harshest midday rays.  Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix. Adding perlite or sand can enhance drainage.  Drought-tolerant once established; water moderately during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Prefers warm temperatures but can tolerate some cool temperatures if kept dry. Minimal maintenance required. It is a relatively slow-growing succulent, making it a great choice for those seeking a low-maintenance plant.

Ships in the 4.5” pots shown in the pictures. You will receive a plant that is very similar to the plants pictured however they may have grown some or depending on the time of year, they could be semi-dormant. It is up to you to know the conditions that these plants grow in the part of the country you reside. We take great care in packaging our plants and problems have always been VERY rare. 

  

We put great care into packaging our plants but due to the nature of the items shipped we cannot guarantee that some leaves won’t be broken or fall off- It is normal to lose some depending on the variety (Sedum, Echeveria, Cotyledon, Graptopetalum, etc...). Many kinds of leaves will re-root and grow into a new plant. Some that do not are Cotyledon and Aeonium. 

 

Heat packs are available for purchase with your item to use if cold weather is expected at the time of shipment. (Link to Heat Pack: bit.ly/40ugd4J ) Keep in mind some plants we carry are very tropical and even cold, not freezing, temperatures can kill them. I will cancel any order I feel won't make it safely to its destination without freezing. 📌IF YOU EXPECT COLD WEATHER, PLEASE PURCHASE A HEAT PACK! 📌 I don't make any profit off of them because they are a necessary shipping item in winter. 

 

Basic care instructions are included with your order. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me for any extra advice you may require. We want you to be successful with our babies!  And if you have any questions about this item or others, please message me and I will gladly answer them.

❗LOOK!!❗
Items cannot be shipped to CALIFORNIA or ARIZONA due to state import laws. Any orders from these states will be canceled. My apologies for this inconvenience.
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