Euphorbia tirucalli (Fire Stick) is a tropical shrub with succulent foliage. It's moderate/fast growth rate makes it an excellent houseplant, although they are toxic to both humans and animals. This plant is best planted in early spring, as it produces beautiful small flowers in the late spring/early summer. Fire sticks get their name because in the colder months they turn a dark orange color- resembling a stick on fire.
Euphorbia tirucalli (Fire Stick)
Euphorbia tirucalli
Fire Stick
Euphorbia tirucalli (Fire Stick) is a tropical shrub with succulent foliage. It's moderate/fast growth rate makes it an excellent houseplant, although they are toxic to both humans and animals. This plant is best planted in early spring, as it produces beautiful small flowers in the late spring/early summer. Fire sticks get their name because in the colder months they turn a dark orange color- resembling a stick on fire.
| Plant Type | Cactus / Succulent, Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 11 (40°F)Zone 12 (50°F-60°F) |
| Flower Color | |
| Flower Season | Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer |
| Growth Rate | Fast, Moderate |
| Height | 2-6ft |
| Spread | 1-3ft |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Attracts | |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | House Plant, Patio and Containers |
| Tolerance | Dry Soil, Rocky Soil |
| Soil Type | Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
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