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How To Care for an African Milk Tree
Learn how to care for a African Milk Tree, including sunlight, watering, and pet safety information.
Sunlight requirements
Thrives in bright direct light, but can tolerate bright indirect light.
Watering requirements
Water every 2-3 weeks in direct light, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
Is this plant pet-friendly?
This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.
Fun Fact
The African Milk Tree may have spiky edges and a tall, column-like shape, but it's a succulent, not a cactus. The key difference? Unlike cacti, it doesn't grow areoles (those little bump-like structures where spines emerge), proving looks can be deceiving!
Plant Origin
Central Africa
Common Sad Plant Signs
- Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the African Milk Tree:Leaf Drop
Normal as leaves can be deciduous. New leaves will grow back as the plant adapts to its environment
- Wrinkled, dry potting mix:
Thirsty plant, underwatered
- Blanched center:
Needs more sunlight
- Yellowing stems, wet potting mix:
Root rot, overwatered
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