Fire Sticks

Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame'

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Overview

Euphorbia tirucalli 'Flame' or Fire Sticks is a striking, succulent shrub, notable for its vibrant, fire-hued stems that intensify in sunlight. Mature plants stand 4-8 feet tall, with a spread of 2-4 feet. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, this perennial thrives in USDA zones 9-11. Requires well-drained soil and minimal water. Caution: Sap is toxic and can irritate the skin. Adds bold color contrast to arid landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 8–10

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Euphorbia tirucalli 'Flame' or Fire Sticks is a striking

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Requires well-drained soil and minimal water

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Caution: Sap is toxic and can irritate the skin

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Adds bold color contrast to arid landscapes

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Euphorbia tirucalli 'Sticks on Fire'

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Euphorbia tirucalli 'Flame' or Fire Sticks is a striking

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — fire-hued stems that intensify in sunlight

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Euphorbiaceae

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Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, this perennial thrives in USDA zones 9-11

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Requires well-drained soil and minimal water

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Caution: Sap is toxic and can irritate the skin

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Adds bold color contrast to arid landscapes

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Euphorbia tirucalli 'Sticks on Fire'

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Euphorbia tirucalli 'Flame' or Fire Sticks is a striking

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — fire-hued stems that intensify in sunlight

Fire Sticks (Euphorbia Tirucalli 'Flame') — Mature plants stand 4-8 feet tall, with a spread of 2-4 feet

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