Light
Full sun / direct • approx. 40,000–80,000 lux





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Euphorbia abyssinica var. erythraeae variegata combines ribbed, upright succulent stems with cream to yellow variegation across the thick tissue. The pale pattern follows the segmented stem structure, so each column shows its own balance of green and light markings as it develops. This variegated Euphorbia stays slow in containers, with pale areas making firm growth and careful watering especially important. A warm bright position, gritty drainage, and dry-down between watering suit the plant. Its white latex is irritating at cuts or breaks, so handle damaged stems carefully around skin, eyes, children, and pets.
Quick Care Guide
Light
Full sun / direct • approx. 40,000–80,000 lux
Watering
Water when ~90–100% dry
Substrate
Gritty • Ultra fast-draining • Mineral-heavy • Fine-medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–30 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Humidity
Normal 40–50 %
Growth habit
Upright succulent shrub or tree.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 180 cm • Max. spread: 150 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
NE. Sudan to Somalia; desert or dry shrubland habitat
These care values are practical reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a starting point, then adjust for your room, pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the plant dries.
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Move outside once nights stay above
12°C
Bring under cover below
10°C
Best outdoors in
Frost-free summer patios, Sheltered urban patios
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