He's not a big drinker, so give him some water whenever his soil has fully dried out
He’s a real sun-worshipper, so give him the brightest spot you’ve got
Give Arnie a gentle wipe down every so often - just keep an eye on those spikes
Botanical name
Variegated euphorbia
Nickname
Ghost cactus
Plant type
Indoor
Plant height (including pot)
70-80cm
Pet/baby safe
Sap highly toxic on skin or if ingested
Nursery pot size
21cm
The euphorbia looks like the quintessential cactus, although it’s technically not one (it grows very very tiny leaves, which cacti do not). It’s native to Southern Africa, where it stands out in the dry scrublands, basking in the blazing sun. As it grows, sometimes almost ten metres tall, its trunk becomes woody. Variegated euphorbias have a distinct pale colour and if you look closely you’ll spot a light marbled pattern.
As a houseplant it won’t become a tree, or grow flowers and fruit (we don’t have the necessary conditions). It will remain a tall, handsome plant that deals very well with living inside. When caring for it, think desert: Lots and lots of light; not a lot of water.
Arnie, our variegated euphorbia, is a handsome addition to any collection, although equally eye-catching all on his own.
Please be aware that Arnie's sap is poisonous. It can cause a rash if it gets on your skin and it's highly toxic if consumed, so we don't recommend him for homes with small children or curious pets.
Did you know?
The milky latex inside it is poisonous, but some indigenous groups in Africa have learned how to turn it into a medicine for a variety of ailments.
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