Spurge triangular (triangular), scientifically Euphorbia Trigona, and the people - Cactus Mexican - a controversial guest from hot Africa on our window sills. Not every grower will be decided to wind it up, as the plant is known for virulence.
Euphorbia trine
Sharp edges are protected by small triangular shaped spikes. Periodically, the stems are covered drop-shaped leaves, becoming similar to the Iroquois. The leaves are falling fast.
Flowers from him you will not wait. Forces leave in height. If Exotic tropical not pinch, the growth is limited only when the tip touches the ceiling. Experienced growers cut off the tops of stems or throw an impromptu "cap" of the bottoms of plastic bottles. While exo-Cactus will actively bushes, blowing side branches.
Very rare species with reddish stems.
Where can I keep
He is unpretentious and hardy. The plant survives without proper care, even in offices.
The house can be kept in the insulated balcony or loggia, set in the kitchen. The bedroom and children's room has no place.
For coverage of Euphorbia trine does not submit claims. But the direct sun accustom gradually, otherwise the stems will burn. In the off-season and summer exo cactus thrive at room temperature, and cool winter provided, from about 15 to 18 degrees Celsius.
How to care
The growth period coincides with the spring-summer period. Watered about once a week. A winter hydration to reduce to a reasonable minimum. Exotic guest can easily tolerate drought, but not overflow, leading to root rot. At the same time he likes to bathe in the shower.
Is it dangerous
It is known that an excellent Euphorbia trigon air purifier of harmful and germs, as well as an efficient absorber of carbon dioxide.
At the same time, we should not believe without looking back to ancient voodoo recipes, which prescribed the juice of milkweed as a remedy for warts, lichen and parasites. Do not self-medicate!
IMPORTANT! The stems are cut with gloves! Dust with thorns whisk brush.
Its sap is poisonous. Skin of hands leads to irritation. Skin contact leads to burning and the formation of ulcers. It is necessary to immediately rinse with water and anoint hydrocortisone ointment. If suddenly the juice gets into your eyes, it is necessary to wash them and to go to the doctor, one of the most dangerous complications - blindness. Because of its poisonous juice and many do not buy.
Pot with cactus-Mexican advisable to keep as far away from animals and small children. Although the spines often discourage their desire to break and taste.
With adequate treatment Euphorbia triangular able long to please the hosts powerful bushy species, occasionally pubescent leaves.