Name: African Milk Tree
Brand: Chaka Plants

African Milk Tree (Euphorbia trigona)

Plant Type: cactus

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Posted: 8 months ago

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Growth Category: Fast (in warm seasons)
Temperature Range: 18 – 32 °C
Light Requirement: Full sun to bright indirect light
Agroecology Zone: Semi-arid to sub-humid
Watering Frequency: Once every 2–3 weeks in warm weather
Behavior: Succulent-like cactus (but not a true cactus) with tall, upright, triangular stems and small leaves along ridges.

Stores water in its stems, making it drought-tolerant.

Produces a toxic white latex sap when cut or damaged.

Can reach up to 2–3 meters in ideal outdoor conditions.
Region: Native to Central Africa, thrives in Ethiopian midland and lowland climates

Treatment:
Place in a sunny spot for strong, upright growth.

Rotate pot every few weeks for even light exposure.

Water deeply but infrequently; allow soil to dry out completely before watering again.

Use a heavy pot to prevent tipping over as it grows tall.

❌ Don’t:

Touch sap with bare hands – it’s toxic.

Overwater – leads to root or stem rot.

Keep in freezing conditions – it is not frost tolerant.

Cut or damage stems unnecessarily – wounds heal slowly and attract pests.