Tabaiba Majorera

Tabaiba Majorera Care

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

What is the plant

Euphorbia atropurpurea, called tabaiba majorera or tabaiba roja in Spanish, is a shrub in the family Euphorbiaceae native to Tenerife in the Canary Islands. It can reach 2 metres in height, and grows in ravines, and on slopes and terraces.The plant grows best in humid conditions in mid to low altitudes (300-1,200 m) on the south and west parts of the island. It is plentiful in the towns of Teno, Santiago del Teide, and the slope of Güímar.

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Humidity

Dry

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

min 4°C

Hardiness zone

11 - 11

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
This succulent type needs typical watering as the other succulents. The watering method is very important to keep your cacti healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering.
Sunlight
Euphorbia Atropurpurea succulents need strong light. When planting this succulent type in a garden, make sure it gets sunlight. Full to partial sun is the best for its growth. It is better to grow outdoor rather than indoor.
Soil
Like all the other succulent types, a well-drained soil mixture is essential.

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Temperature
This type of succulent prefers a warm climate. It can survive at zone native to the Canary Islands. If you live in a cold area, it is better to plant cacti in an indoor environment. As long as it gets enough sunlight, the plant will grow happily.
Additional
Like other plants in the genus Euphorbia, it produces a toxic white latex if cut.