{"product_id":"euphorbia-trigona-rubra","title":"Euphorbia trigona 'Rubra' (Red African milk tree) — H70 cm | Pot Ø17 cm","description":"\u003csection id=\"euphorbia-trigona-rubra\" class=\"product-content verdeia-product\"\u003e\u003c!-- INTRO --\u003e\u003cheader class=\"product-intro\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"product-highlights\"\u003e☀️ Sun \/ Very bright indoors • 🌵 Intense purple stems • 💧 Low watering • 🪴 Easy care • 📏 H70 cm | Pot Ø17 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eEuphorbia trigona 'Rubra'\u003c\/strong\u003e, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eRed African milk tree\u003c\/strong\u003e, is the purple variety of Euphorbia trigona — the same ribbed, angular stems and upright candelabra shape, but with a deep red hue that intensifies in the sun. Native to tropical Africa, it shares the hardiness and easy-care nature of all euphorbias. Pair it with other \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cactus-suculentas\"\u003ecacti and succulents\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"product-description-lead\"\u003eIts difference from the green version is purely chromatic — the more direct light it receives, the more intense its purple coloring becomes. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/euphorbia-trigona-arbol-candelabro-17-x-h70-cm\"\u003egreen Euphorbia trigona H70 cm\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/euphorbia-trigona-12\"\u003ecompact H40 cm\u003c\/a\u003e version complete the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/header\u003e\u003c!-- EXPOSITION \u0026 EMPLACEMENT --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"exposition-title\" id=\"exposition-emplacement\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"exposition-title\"\u003eLight \u0026amp; placement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEuphorbia trigona 'Rubra' thrives in very bright locations — this is essential for its stems to develop and retain their intense purple color. In insufficient light, new growth gradually turns green again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e full sun to very bright indoors — a few hours of direct sunlight are welcome.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/strong\u003e a light-filled living room, conservatory, or office near a large south-facing window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18 to 28 °C — avoid temperatures below 12 °C and cold drafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e light, sandy, and very well-draining — cactus mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- ARROSAGE \u0026 ENTRETIEN --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"arrosage-title\" id=\"arrosage-entretien\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"arrosage-title\"\u003eWatering \u0026amp; care\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e low — every 2 to 3 weeks in summer, greatly reduced in winter. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/consejos\/prueba-del-dedo-el-metodo-infalible-para-saber-cuando-regar-tus-plantas\"\u003efinger test\u003c\/a\u003e is particularly suitable for this plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrainage:\u003c\/strong\u003e essential — use a pot with drainage holes and empty the saucer after each watering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a month from spring to autumn, using diluted mild fertilizer for succulents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e unnecessary — remove only damaged segments while wearing gloves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGeneral care:\u003c\/strong\u003e very easy and suitable for beginners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- IDÉES DÉCO \u0026 ASSOCIATIONS VÉGÉTALES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"deco-title\" id=\"associations-deco\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"deco-title\"\u003eDecor ideas \u0026amp; plant pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts deep purple hue makes it a striking color accent — it brings color and character to a composition of green plants without adding flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a contrasting duo:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/euphorbia-trigona-arbol-candelabro-17-x-h70-cm\"\u003egreen Euphorbia trigona\u003c\/a\u003e — the same silhouette in two opposing colors, creating an instantly effective and cohesive duo without another plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a desert trio:\u003c\/strong\u003e pair it with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/sansevieria-zeylanica-mala-suerte-14cm-55cm\"\u003eSansevieria Zeylanica\u003c\/a\u003e and an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/opuntia-rubescens-consolea\"\u003eOpuntia Rubescens\u003c\/a\u003e — three low-water plants with three distinct geometric silhouettes, creating a composition that requires minimal maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e matte beige ceramic or natural terracotta enhances the depth of the purple tones without competing with them.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CONSEILS VERDEIA --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"tips-title\" id=\"tips\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"tips-title\"\u003eVerdeia tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"verdeia-tips\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMore sun = more red:\u003c\/strong\u003e place it in the sunniest spot available — the purple coloring intensifies directly in bright light and fades if the plant does not get enough sun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWear gloves when handling it:\u003c\/strong\u003e its milky sap is irritating to the skin and mucous membranes — protect yourself when repotting or if a stem accidentally breaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA heavy, stable pot:\u003c\/strong\u003e at 70 cm tall, its center of gravity is high — a heavy terracotta or stoneware pot helps prevent tipping, especially if you move it outdoors in summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- CARACTÉRISTIQUES TECHNIQUES --\u003e\u003csection aria-labelledby=\"caract-title\" id=\"caracteristiques\" class=\"product-section\"\u003e\u003ch2 id=\"caract-title\"\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tech-details\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eEuphorbia trigona\u003c\/em\u003e 'Rubra'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red African milk tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e tropical Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePot diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ø17 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate height:\u003c\/strong\u003e H70 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature size:\u003c\/strong\u003e up to 150 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e sun \/ very bright indoors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e low\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e easy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/strong\u003e sap irritates the skin and is mildly toxic if ingested — wear gloves and keep out of reach of children and pets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecorative style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimalist \/ Mediterranean \/ Graphic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"micro-tip\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach plant is unique: the photos show an example of its appearance. The intensity of the purple tones naturally varies according to sun exposure.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Everspring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56333255016713,"sku":"21220","price":36.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1006\/5673\/files\/euphorbia-trigona-rubra-o17-cm-h70-cm-verdeia-7402970.jpg?v=1774704955","url":"https:\/\/verdeia.eu\/en\/products\/euphorbia-trigona-rubra-african-milk-tree","provider":"Verdeia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}