euphorbia tirucalli
The firestick plant also known as pencil cactus, stick cactus, fire plant, pencil plant, and ‘sticks on fire’.
Clumps of pencil-like stems exhibiting an orangey-red color that looks like it’s on fire when stressed by by cooler weather. Although its called a cactus it is actually a succulent.
- Great for large container plantings
- Grows 4-6'
- Blooms in late spring to early summer orange/pink.
- Sun or part shade
- Winter dormant ( Grows in the summer)
- Propagate by cuttings
- Water when dry
- 30 degrees
Euphorbias contains a white milky sap that is toxic and can irritate the eyes, mucous membranes and skin. When handling plant use caution and wash hands with soap and water.