Jackel's Food

Euphorbia mauritanica (Pencil Milkbush or Jackel's Food)

Native to: South Africa

• Size: 3 Feet Tall by 4 feet wide
• Sun: Full to light shade, tolerates both summer heat and winter frost
• Hardiness: to around 18 degrees
• Water: Low (1-2 times weekly during dry months)
• Flowers: bright yellow
• Attracts: pollenating insects
• Pests: none observed
• Other Information: lime green branches, easy to grow cuttings, and toxic if ingested Use gloves and goggles when dealing with the milky sap.
• Great Links to learn more:
• https://www.gardenia.net/plant/Euphorbia-mauritanica-Pencil-Milkbush
• http://pza.sanbi.org/euphorbia-mauritanica