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Variegated Devil's Backbone, Redbird Cactus
Pedilanthus tithymaloides 'Variegatus'

Euphorbiaceae

Leaves variegated, 2-4 inches long, tinges with red; zig-zag growth habit; multiple stems.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Use: rotational color floor plant

Exposure: medium

Flower Color: red

Blooming Period:

Height: 5 feet

Width: 3 feet

Foliage Texture: medium

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings; bright light helps retain red tips; avoid contact with milky sap.

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