🌿 Euphorbia monadenium – Rare Caudex Succulent with Wavy Foliage
🌟 Why You’ll Love Euphorbia monadenium
🌱 Unique Caudiciform Form: Forms a swollen, tuberous base (caudex) from which upright, green stems emerge — a true standout for collectors
🍃 Wavy-Edged Leaves: Produces slender, undulating leaves with striking textures, often tinged with red or purple margins
🌼 Curious Blooms: May develop small, pink to green cyathia (Euphorbia-type flowers) from the upper nodes during the growing season
🪴 Architectural Growth: Grows upright with slightly zig-zagging stems, offering an unusual and sculptural aesthetic
🌵 Low Maintenance Rarity: Easy to grow and water-wise — a perfect plant for caudex and Euphorbia enthusiasts
⚠️ Caution: Like all Euphorbias, it exudes milky white sap that may irritate skin; handle with care and keep away from pets/kids
🌱 Care Tips for Euphorbia monadenium
☀️ Light: Thrives in bright indirect to partial sunlight
💧 Watering: Water deeply but infrequently; let soil dry fully between waterings
🪴 Soil: Use a well-draining succulent or cactus mix
🌡️ Temperature: Ideal range is 20–35°C; protect from cold and overwatering
🌿 Growth: Slow-growing; leaf growth seasonal depending on warmth/light
🌱 Propagation: Via stem cuttings or seeds; allow cut ends to callous before planting