Hello all,
I just purchased this cactus and would appreciate any help identifying it so I can make sure it gets the proper care it needs. Thanks!
Help a New Cactus Owner ID?
Help a New Cactus Owner ID?
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ElieEstephane
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Re: Help a New Cactus Owner ID?
This is an euphorbia and it's actually a succulent not a cactus
There are more cacti in heaven and earth, Horatio, than are dreamt of in your philosophy.
One of the few cactus lovers in Lebanon (zone 11a)
One of the few cactus lovers in Lebanon (zone 11a)
Re: Help a New Cactus Owner ID?
Looks like a 'normal' form of E. lactea (they are often sold as variegated and crested)
Re: Help a New Cactus Owner ID?
Thank you all for the help! Looks like these things can get pretty huge!
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greenknight
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Re: Help a New Cactus Owner ID?
Yep - fortunately, it's not a real fast grower. It can be pruned. too - but be careful of the sap. Like all Euphorbias, the milky sap is toxic and a strong irritant. Be especially careful not to get it in your eyes!
Spence