Altman Variegated Euphorbia mammillaris, Exotic Rare Succulents, Indoor Live Houseplants

Euphorbia mammillaris 'Variegata' is a highly ornamental form of Indian corn cob euphorbia. The unusual succulent develops into a dense mound of club-shaped creamy white and frosty green stems, with a splash of emerald green. Each stem is heavily ribbed, up to 17, with these ribs being loaded with kernel-resembling tubercles. The plant branches freely and laterally, contributing to its density and beckoning one's imagination as a colony of fanciful obelisks or the appendages of a mysterious creature from the fantastical world of a children's story. Pretty much any part of the plant — the stems, spikes, or the ephemeral variegated leaves — can take on a beautiful rose pink in cool temps or bright light. Small yellow flowers, called cyathia, appear at the tips of the stems during spring to summer.

If placing outside, we recommend gradually acclimating your new euphorbia to direct sunlight. Inside, place the plant near your sunniest window for optimal color and form. If you live where frost is not a concern, you can plant in the garden, preferably in spring or early fall to avoid trying to establish during summer heat or winter chill. Water in the morning during hot weather for best appearance. Avoid the white sap from the interior of the plant; wash well with soap and water.

Euphorbia mammillaris 'Variegata' is the epitome of elegance in terms of live house plants, cacti, and succulent plants. As part of our collection of rare house plants, this house plant arrives in a 5" concrete planter pot. We're excited to offer our rare plants for sale online. This unique, real plant grows small ornamental flowers. Live indoor plants like this are the perfect plants for houseplant beginners and experienced plant lovers alike.

Commonly mistaken as a live cactus plant, Euphorbia are generally easy plants with similar light and water requirements as succulents and cacti plants. These unique house plants secrete a sticky latex sap and must be handled with care. Everyone loves exotic house plants. Euphorbiaceae is the fifth-largest flowering plant family, featuring striking forms and spurges. Display these easy-to-grow house plants beside rare succulents and other rare live plants.

It all started with two plant lovers' hobby in 1975. Now, we're the largest breeder and grower of succulents and cacti in the world, offering an extensive collection of living treasures online and in stores nationwide.

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