Description
Botanical Name: Euphorbia lactea
Common Names: African Milk Tree, Good Luck Plant
Description:
The Euphorbia lactea ‘Trigona Rubra’, also known as the African Milk Tree or Royal Red, is a stunning cultivar of the popular Euphorbia Trigona. This plant features tall, columnar green stems with deep magenta to red-tinged leaves that provide a striking contrast. Native to Central and Southern Africa, it is a symbol of good luck and prosperity in many cultures. The African Milk Tree is well-suited for indoor environments where it can thrive with minimal care. It prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct sun exposure. Being a succulent, it stores water in its stems, making it drought-tolerant and an excellent choice for low-maintenance gardening. With its vertical growth habit, it makes an ideal accent plant for modern interiors. However, the plant contains a milky sap that can be toxic if ingested or if it comes into contact with the skin, so caution should be exercised around pets and children.
African Milk Tree Key Features:
- Attractive red-tinged foliage with upright growth.
- Symbol of prosperity and good luck.
- Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant.
- Toxic to pets: Yes, toxic if ingested or sap exposure to skin.
Care Guide:
- Light: Prefers bright, indirect light with some direct sunlight.
- Water: Water sparingly, allowing soil to dry out between watering.
- Soil: Well-draining potting mix.
- Temperature: Thrives in 65-85°F (18-29°C).
Shipping
Your plant is freshly packed and shipped directly from the greenhouses within 3 days of your order being placed. Standard delivery typically takes 2 to 5 business days after it leaves the nursery, depending on your location.
Please note that unexpected weather conditions or carrier delays may occasionally impact delivery times. If your plant arrives in less-than-perfect condition, don’t worry—just reach out within 24 hours and we’ll make it right.
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