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Nov 4, 2020 · Learn how to grow and care for Euphorbia flanaganii, a succulent that resembles Medusa's head from Greek mythology. Find out about its features, requirements, and varieties in this guide.
Feb 9, 2023 · Medusa’s Head plants, native to South Africa, grow numerous grayish green, snake-like branches extending from a central hub that keeps the twisty, leafless branches supplied with moisture and nutrients.
Learn how to water, fertilize, prune and propagate this succulent plant that resembles a snake's head. Find out the ideal soil, temperature and light conditions for your Medusa's Head to thrive.
- The Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head) likes to grow in a dry environment and should only be watered when the soil is completely dry.
- The Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head) loves a spot in the full sun, a spot with direct sunlight. It thrives with the bright light.
- The Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head) needs quite a bit of energy to grow, so you should fertilize it once per month in the spring and summer.
- The Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head) likes to be watered when the top of the soil is dry, so use a soil mix that drains excess moisture quic...
- The Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head) prefers a spot that consistently stays between 16 - 32°C (60 - 89°F).
- To propagate the Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head), you can take cuttings from the parent plant. Often, you cut part of the stem of the Eupho...
- You should repot your Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head) once every 2 year(s). This helps your Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head) to stay...
- The Euphorbia caput-medusae (Medusa's Head) is easy to take care of and great for beginners.
Euphorbia flanaganii is a small succulent with a swollen underground stem and cylindrical, snake-like branches that grow flat on the ground. The branches spread up to 16 inches (40 cm) in diameter. Leaves are up to 0.4 inches (1 cm) long with a linear to acute shape. Clusters of yellow cyathia appear in summer, usually in the plant's central ...
Sep 30, 2023 · Tillandsia Caput-Medusae is renowned for its captivating resemblance to the mythical Medusa’s hair. Its long, slender leaves cascade and twist, resembling serpentine locks flowing from a central rosette.
Jan 2, 2024 · Euphorbia flanaganii, commonly known as “Medusa’s Head” or “Octopus Plant,”. It is native to the Eastern Cape province of South Africa, where it is found in rocky and arid areas. Its natural habitat is characterized by well-draining soils and receives limited rainfall.
Mar 29, 2023 · Euphorbia flanaganii also known as Medusa's Head is an unusual looking succulent with branches resembling serpents growing out of a head. This fantastic succulent is great for beginners as...
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