Also known as Hedgehog Milkbush
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Euphorbia loricata is a striking succulent with thorny stems and a rosette of grey-green leaves. It produces small, inconspicuous flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Light
75% intensity
Prefers bright, indirect sunlight. Can tolerate some direct sun, but avoid intense midday sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-draining, sandy or gritty soil
50% intensity
Average to Warm
75% intensity
Ideal temperatures are 18-25°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Protect from frost.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season with diluted succulent fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Sap is toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately during the growing season (spring and summer), allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
Reduce watering significantly in autumn and winter, providing only enough to prevent the roots from completely drying out. Overwatering can lead to root rot.
Pruning is generally minimal for Euphorbia loricata. Remove any dead, damaged, or leggy stems to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth. Use a sharp, clean knife or shears.
Be mindful of the milky sap, which can be an irritant.
Propagate Euphorbia loricata from stem cuttings. Allow the cuttings to callus for a few days to prevent rot. Plant in a well-draining soil mix.
Rooting is best achieved in spring or summer with bottom heat and bright, indirect light.
Repot Euphorbia loricata every 2-3 years, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Use a gritty, well-draining potting mix suitable for succulents or cacti.
Repot in spring before the main growing season begins, handling with care due to the sap.
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Where Euphorbia Loricata (Euphorbia loricata) is found
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Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Euphorbia |
| Species | Euphorbia loricata |
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