Cowboy Cactus

Cowboy Cactus Care

Euphorbia Ingens

Other names: Candelabra Tree

What is the plant

The Euphorbia Cowboy loves full sun and can also survive in well lit, part-shade. They greatly like a climate which makes then great for a Sydney garden. If used as an indoor plant it will also survive well with good lighting and ventilation. In a outdoor space, this plant works great as an architectural feature within a mixed planting scheme or as a contemporary feature on it’s own. It can also make a dry-theme garden really pop. Be cautious of the white sap contained within the plant which can be irritating to the eyes. Though they hard to come by so if you spot one make sure you nab it up!

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Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

min 9b

Difficulty

Hard

How to Care for the Plant

Water
In the growing season, the plants should be watered at least once a week. When watering, the soil should be given a good soaking, allowing excess water to drain away. Allow the compost to dry out slightly between each watering.
Pruning
Trim out dead and damaged leaves any time, pinching off or cutting off each of those leaves at its base. Avoid cutting into a plant's main stems or its crown, which is where its leaves and roots meet.
Fertilizer
Liquid fertilizers are applied more frequently, bi-weekly or monthly, for example. Granular products are used less frequently, perhaps once every month or two. Slow-release houseplant fertilizers break down slowly and release their nutrients in small amounts, over a longer period of time. A single application of most of these products lasts for three to four months.

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Sunlight
Cacti and succulents thrive with good light sources, and it is best to place cacti and succulents in a bright place. A south facing position will provide good sunlight. However, be careful to not put them in direct sunlight because the intense light can make the plants turn a yellow colour.
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil.
Temperature
Therefore, it is important to make sure the plant remains consistently warm, enjoying temperatures ranging from 74° – 82° degrees Fahrenheit.Keep in mind that this species does not do well in winter. It can survive temperatures as low as 28° degrees Fahrenheit.

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Container
Choose a pot with drainage holes, which also ensures potting soil doesn't stay too wet after watering your houseplants. The excess can freely escape out the bottom of the container, allowing oxygen to make its way to plant roots.
Additional
Be really careful when handling your euphorbia. It is recommended to wear garden gloves when handling to protect yourself. Even the smallest amount of African milk from the tree is very toxic, it is white, latex sap can product painful irritation to the skin. Keep this plant out of reach from your pets!
Popularity
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