Sticks of Fire + Large Terracotta Pot

$18.68

– Botanical name; Ephorbia tirucalli
– Indoor/outdoor plant
– Prefer bright/ full sun
– Water on arrival (water thoroughly 1x/ Week there after)
– Excess water may damage the plant
– Succulent may change shades in different seasons
– Grows to be a big shrub
– Grown and propagated in Nairobi, delivery in Nairobi

Dimensions:
– 5”+ tall
– One succulent
– A Large Pot + Standard Saucer

Tip: This lovely succulent loves some sun so don’t place it in a spooky corner or poorly lit corridor. 6 hours sun per day recommended. Caution, the plants milky sap is highly toxic to animals.

Did you know: That the Eurphobia tirucalli was traditionally used in medicine in many cultures! However modern medicine suggests that in retrospect it suppresses the immune system, promotes cancer and is thought to be a cofactor of the disease rather than the medine. How ironic.

2 in stock

 

Description

Native to Central and southern Africa, Sticks of Fire gets her name from the striking pencil-like branches . Succulent will arrive in a Standard Large Pot + Standard Saucer.

This plant is traditionally used for fencing bomas and makes a beautiful eclectic succulent container. Tips turn bright red when exposed iin high levels of sun. Plants will arrive as a plug; rooted, established and ready for to be planted in a pot/container of choice.

Ensure the soil has coarse sand/stones to improve drainage. A Nanjala Blooms informational label will guide you on how to take care of your plants. Best in the living room or frontage of a home.

Additional information

Colour

Green stems, red/yellow tips in hot weather

Species

Euphorbiaceae

Container

Standard Terracotta Pot + Standard Saucer

Manufacturers

Chujio Ceramics, Nanjala Blooms