Crested Coral Cactus, Euphorbia Lactea Cristata Variegata
Botanical Name: Euphorbia lactea 'Cristata'
Common Names: Euphorbia Cristata, Crested Euphorbia, Cadelabra Plant, Crested Cadelabra Plant, Crested Elkhorn
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About
The Crested Coral Cactus looks like a plant from another planet. This otherworldly plant is actually a cross between two Euphorbias and has simple care requirements that combine the best features of a cactus and a succulent.
Care Guide
Light Requirements
Prefers bright direct light. Tolerates bright indirect light. Growth will slow in lower light conditions.
Artificial Light
Direct Sun
Water Needs
Prefers to dry out. Tolerates drought. Will not tolerate excessive watering and can succumb to rot easily.
Infrequent
Frequent
Soil Preference
Prefers a well draining soil mix that doesn’t retain much water. Sand, pumice, and perlite are key components. This combination ensures stability, access to water when they need it, and consistent access to oxygen.
Moisture Retention
Fast Drying
Retentive
Drainage Speed
Slow
Fast
