Devils Backbone – Euphorbia tithymaloides
Original price was: ₹250.00.₹199.00Current price is: ₹199.00.
Devil’s Backbone or Euphorbia tithymaloides or Pedilanthus tithymaloides come in diverse varieties each adorned with distinctive variegation, shape and hues. Each Pedilanthus plant variety displays unique and visually striking patters in stems and leaves. The color of the leaves of Pedilanthus plants vary, but typically come in a mix of dark and light green, creamy white and also pink depending upon the variety. This cultivar is variegated, with deep green and light green color combinations, with thin and patterned leaves.
The leaves and the zig-zag stems of the plant are pretty thick as they store plenty of water, making them drought tolerant and therefore conducive to thrive even in arid conditions. Devil’s Backbone or Euphorbia tithymaloides, are very low maintenance resilient plants and thus make an ideal choice for growers living in areas with extremely dry weather.
These plants are perfect for bright indoor and outdoor settings bringing a touch of natural beauty for any space. BnB recommends Euphorbia tithymaloides plants to be ideal for a boundary setting that is exposed to bright indirect or dappled light.
Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or just starting out, Devil’s Backbone plants are a fantastic addition to any collection. Easy to care for and visually striking, they’re sure to brighten up your home or garden.
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Description
| Name | Devil’s Backbone |
| Common names | Euphorbia tithymaloides or Pedilanthus tithymaloides, Jacob’s ladder, Zigzag plant, Japanese Poinsenttia, Redbird Flower, Slipper plant |
| Hindi names | डेविल्स बैकबोन, पेडिलैंथस |
| Type | Tall stemmed |
| Growth pattern | Perennial |
| Exposure to sun | Devil’s backbone plants thrive well in bright and indirect sunlight. They are also tolerant to a few hours of direct sunlight. However prevent the plant from a prolonged afternoon sunlight exposure, which might cause the leaves to scorch. |
| Light | Provide bright, indirect light for optimal growth. The plant prefers sufficient light which also plays key role in developing the variegation. A prolonged period of low light may cause wilting of leaves. |
| Soil | Use a well-draining potting mix or even a light weight succulent mix is good. These plants are slow growing but perennial in nature. |
| Pruning | Pinch off the dried leaves. Repot when overcrowded. Propagating is easy with stem cuttings or division. |
| Maintenance level | Low |
| Air-Purifying qualities | No |
*Note: Since these are live plants, the actual size and condition of the plant may slightly differ from what is shown in the picture, depending on the growth stage of the plant at the time of your order. However, we make the best effort to match the plant that is delivered to you, with the looks shown in the representation, after considering delivery and perishability constraints during the delivery period. The plant comes in 4 inch black grow pot. Aesthetic planters if any, shown in the picture gallery, are for representation purpose only and can be purchased separately from our website.
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