Variegated Devil's Backbone Euphorbia

The Variegated Devil’s Backbone features crooked, zig-zag stems and chartreuse-yellow-cream edged leaves with a playful pink hue in winter. This sculptural succulent shrub is perfect for collectors wanting a unique, eye-catching houseplant. Occasionally, tiny red flowers appear on growing tips in spring. It prefers well-draining soil and consistent moisture to avoid leaf drop.

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Product Details:

🌱 Botanical Name: Euphorbia tithymaloides Variegated

📛 Common Names: Variegated Devil’s Backbone, Jacob’s Ladder, Redbird Flower

💧 Watering Needs: Keep soil moist but well-drained; avoid prolonged dryness

☀️ Light Needs: Bright, indirect light; tolerates some direct sun

🍃 Foliage Growth Habits: Crooked, zig-zag succulent stems with variegated leaves edged in chartreuse, yellow, cream, and occasional pink tint

🌟 Difficulty Level: Intermediate; sensitive to dryness

⚠️ Toxicity: Toxic to pets and children if ingested; handle with care

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Shipping:

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