Style up to 12 mm long with a thin tube.įruit: Capsule, cuboid with truncated ends, deeply 3- lobed. Cyathia, bilaterally symmetrical, scentless, tube red green below, 7-15 mm long. Each cyathia (flower structures containing separate male and female parts) is supported by a peduncle 3-8 mm long, red, green below and enclosed in bright red involucral, bracts, ovate and irregularly acuminate in shape (e.g., like a slipper) 4-12 mm long, 2-5 mm wide. Inflorescence: The inflorescence is a apical or axillary dichotomous congested cyme near the stem's tip. The plants are extremely variable in size and growth patterns. The leaves will drop off also if the soil becomes too wet. An extended drought or winter cold spell may cause the leaves to completely drop off. The veins in the leaves are pinnate with a thick keeled midrib beneath. Leaves: Evergreen or caduceus, arranged alternately just near the branch tips, sessile (attaching directly to the plant) or sub-sessile 2 to 12 mm long, glabrous (smooth), simple, ovate to lanceolate 1-16 cm long, 1-10 cm wide, acuminate in shape, base cuneate, margins entire. Stem: Branches, upright, woody to succulent, rubbery, slightly zig-zagging, wax-coated, narrow, green stripped in white and often leafless before flowering.
The little flowers at the tips of new growth resemble a bird. When flowering or chilly winter temperatures occur, the leaves may blush pink. The zigzag stems are also stripped whit white. variegata) is a popular selection with medium-green, slightly glossy leaves that are perfect ovals and edged edged in white. Variegated form: The variegated form ( Euphorbia tithymaloides f. It is also widely known by the old scientific name Pedilanthus tithymaloides. smallii (Millsp.) Dresslerĭescription: Euphorbia tithymaloides is an erect perennial succulent spurge growing to around 0,4 to 3 metres tall and 40-60 cm wide that branches profusely from the base It produces abundant flowers (cyathia) with somewhat shoe-shaped reddish-colored involucrum bracts that give this species the common name Slipper Plant. retusus (Benth.) DresslerĮuphorbia tithymaloides subs. padifolius (L.) Griseb.Įuphorbia tithymaloides subs. & Britton) CroizatĮuphorbia tithymaloides subs.
#Pedilanthus tithymaloides care skin#
Wear garden gloves when pruning or transplanting to avoid possible skin irritation. Take care to locate the plant where it won’t be in contact with children and pets. Parts of this plant contain a milky sap that can irritate skin and may be harmful if eaten. While moist soil is preferred, pots should have drainage holes so the roots do not become over saturated and sit in water for extended periods of time. It prefers sandy soil that is well-drained and nutrient-rich so any cactus or succulent mixes work well. Similarly, they can tolerate low water (or even extended periods without) but will have more vigorous growth with regular watering.
#Pedilanthus tithymaloides care full#
While devil’s backbone will grow in low light conditions, they will often get leggy and reach towards a light source, so generally speaking full to mostly sun conditions are best. Growing Instructions: Full sun, moderate water
Other Names: Zigzag plant, Pedilanthus tithymaloides Height: 18 to 24 inches (46 to 61 cm) up to 6 to 8 feet (1.8 to 2.4 m) Origination: tropical, subtropical North and Centeral America
While devils backbone grows best with sunny locations with regular watering, it can also tolerate some shade and periods without water. Gaining it’s common name from the unusual segmented stem that grows back and forth, Devil’s Backbone also happens to be easy to grow. With zig-zaggy stems that grow upwards and variegated foliage with a little pink blush Devil’s Backbone makes an attractive houseplant, or is perfect for sprucing up outdoor locations in the warmer zones. Scientific Name: Euphorbia tyithymaloides variegatus Devil’s Backbone, Euphorbia tyithymaloides variegatus, 4in Potted Plant, Succulent Plants, Euphorbiaceae
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