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The Euphorbia viguieri is a stunning succulent native to Madagascar. It's often referred to as the "Pencil Cactus," though it's not a true cactus.  
 
Key Features:
Unique Appearance: It has a distinctive, angular, bright green stem with vertical, spiraling whitish thorns. The most striking feature is the vibrant red top-knots of floral parts, which contrast beautifully with the green stem.  
Growth Habit: It's a slow-growing succulent that typically forms a single, unbranched stem.  
Deciduous Nature: The plant is deciduous, meaning it sheds its leaves during dry periods.  
Sap: Like many Euphorbia species, it produces a milky sap that can be irritating to the skin and eyes.  
 
Care Tips:
Sunlight: It thrives in bright, indirect sunlight.
Watering: As a succulent, it's drought-tolerant. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering can lead to root rot.  
Soil: Use a well-draining cactus or succulent potting mix.  
Temperature: It can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but avoid extreme cold.  
Caution:
Sap: The milky sap can be irritating, so handle the plant with care and avoid getting the sap in your eyes or mouth. Wear gloves when handling it.  
The Euphorbia viguieri is a low-maintenance plant that adds a unique and exotic touch to any succulent collection. Its striking appearance and relatively easy care make it a popular choice for both beginners and experienced succulent enthusiasts.  
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As it is a Euphorbia, care must be taken when handling these plants. White sap emerges from leaf breaks, and this sap is poisonous.
 
 
* Picture and information intended only as a guide. Size and colours of plants will vary, not any 1 plant is exactly the same and minor variations will occur.
 
** All plants will be posted bare rooted.