Giant pencil cactus (jiffy sized)
$54.93
$81.3
DescriptionIn India, we can sell this Giant pencil cactus (jiffy sized) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, BIn India, we can sell this Giant pencil cactus (jiffy sized) via online delivery systems to any states including Andhra Pradesh, Arunachal Pradesh, Assam, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal General InfoCommon Name: Giant Pencil Cactus, Milkbush, Naked LadyBotanical Name: Euphorbia tirucalliFamily: EuphorbiaceaeOrigin: Native to Africa and parts of IndiaType: Succulent shrub/tree AppearanceStructure:Tall, branching succulent with long, thin, cylindrical stemsFew to no leaves — they are tiny and fall off quicklyBranches appear green but may take on yellow, orange, or reddish hues in high light or coldSize:Can grow 10–30 feet (3–9 meters) tall in the groundStays smaller (around 6–8 ft) in large pots indoorsSap:Milky white latex sap is toxic and highly irritating to skin and eyes⚠️ Caution: Always wear gloves when pruning or repotting.☀️ Light RequirementsOutdoors:Full sun to partial shadeLoves bright, intense light — coloration improves with more sunIndoors:Needs bright, direct sunlight for several hours a daySouth- or west-facing window is ideal Watering & SoilWatering:Very drought-tolerant — water only when soil is completely dryReduce watering in winterOverwatering can cause root rotSoil:Well-draining cactus or succulent mixAdd sand or perlite for extra drainageContainer:Use pots with good drainage holes️ Temperature & HumidityTemperature Range:Prefers warm temps: 65–90°F (18–32°C)Protect from frost (below 50°F / 10°C)Humidity:Low humidity preferred — thrives in dry climates PropagationBy cuttings:Let cut end callous for a day or twoRoot in dry soil — no need to water until roots formAvoid sap contact during cutting⚠️ Toxicity & SafetyToxic to humans and pets if ingestedSap causes severe irritation on skin and especially in eyesKeep out of reach of kids and animals Why Grow the Giant Pencil Cactus?Bold, sculptural plant that brings modern, desert vibesIncredibly low-maintenance and drought-tolerantMakes a great statement piece in large pots or xeriscape gardensOffers seasonal color shifts in sunlight (green to yellow/red tones)ihar, Chhattisgarh, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Kerala, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram, Nagaland, Odisha (Orissa), Punjab, Rajasthan, Sikkim, Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and West Bengal
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