Euphorbia Ferox Cactus Plant

Euphorbia Ferox

Origin

Asia

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Description

Euphorbia Ferox small spiny succulent shrublet branching at the base, it will form rounded clusters up to 60 cm in diameter. It has columnar spiny succulent green stems, about 5 cm in diameter. The stem looks like a green corncob with thorns. Ribs are linear with minimal cross-channels. The spines are indeed solitary sterile peduncles. They are very numerous, about 6 mm apart, stout, spiny rigid, 1-6 cm straight , reddish turning purple and finally grey.

Environment

Well suited for wet and humid climate, this thrives best in a little shades sunlight and responds well to warmth. It requires water when the soil becomes dry to touch specially during growing season and during summers. Watering should be minimal during winters

Landscape

Being tiny and cute, they are the perfect table décor when there is a lack of space. They are commonly used to make open and closed terrariums.