Euphorbia Trigona Purpurea 'Royal Red' 130mm

Euphorbia trigona ‘Purpurea’, commonly known as the Royal Red African Milk Tree, is a stunning succulent featuring upright, triangular stems with deep purple to burgundy hues. Its bold coloration and architectural form make it a striking focal point for indoor spaces, patios, or succulent collections.

This drought-tolerant plant is easy to care for and thrives in bright light, adding vibrant color and texture to your home or garden with minimal maintenance.

Care Tips:

• Light: Prefers bright, indirect light to full sun. The deeper purple hues develop best with ample sunlight.

• Water: Water moderately during the growing season; allow soil to dry completely between waterings. Reduce watering in winter.

• Soil: Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix.

• Temperature: Thrives in warm conditions (above 15°C/59°F). Protect from frost and cold drafts.

• Fertiliser: Feed lightly during the growing season with diluted succulent or cactus fertilizer.

• Handling: Sap is toxic and can cause irritation; handle with care and avoid skin or eye contact.

Key Features:

• Upright, triangular stems with deep purple/red coloration

• Architectural and bold statement plant

• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance

• Ideal for indoor décor and outdoor patios in warm climates

• Adds striking color contrast to succulent collections

The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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