Zigzag Plant

Also Known As

• Euphorbia Tithymaloides Variegated

•  Varigated Devil’s Backbone

How to Care?

  Sunlight

• Direct Sunlight/Bright indirect sunlight

Water

• Thrice a week

  Location

• Indoor

Maintenance

• Low care

  Size

• 10 × 6 Inches Approx.

Season

• All season

Fragrance

• No

Specialty

• Air Purifier & Decorative Look

Euphorbia Tithymaloides, also known as Devil’s Backbone or Jacob’s Ladder, is a unique and interesting succulent plant that is highly valued for its unusual growth habit and low maintenance requirements. This plant features woody stems that grow up to 3 feet tall, with small, elliptical leaves that are a glossy green color and have a slightly wavy edge. The most distinctive feature of the plant is its zigzag stem pattern that resembles a backbone, which is how it earned the name “Devil’s Backbone.” In late fall and winter months, Euphorbia Tithymaloides produces small, inconspicuous yellow-green flowers, which are followed by small red or orange berries that are toxic to humans and animals if ingested. This plant is extremely versatile and can be grown both indoors and outdoors, depending on the climate and growing conditions. It thrives in well-draining soil and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It is drought-tolerant and can go for long periods without water, making it a low-maintenance plant. Euphorbia Tithymaloides is also valued for its traditional medicinal properties, which have been used for centuries to treat a variety of ailments. However, it is important to note that the plant’s sap is toxic and can cause skin irritation and eye damage, so it should be handled with care. Overall, Euphorbia Tithymaloides is a unique and fascinating plant that is sure to add interest and character to any indoor or outdoor garden.