Pedilanthus Curly Leaves

Pedilanthus Curly Leaves or Devil’s Backbone Curly leaves is a unique hanging plant. Its curly, light green foliage gives it an unusually beautiful look that can lighten up your verandah and give off a soothing effect.

It is a species of plants in the family Euphorbiaceae . Native to the Americas, this species has been introduced in Africa, Asia and Oceania, occurring on rocky soils in dry, sunny habitats such as hillsides, wastelands and roadsides.

Euphorbia Tithymaloides is a perennial succulent spurge. An erect shrub, the plant is also known by the scientific name Pedilanthus Tithymaloides. However, the genus Pedilanthus has been submerged into the genus Euphorbia, and is more correctly known by its new name.

The growth rate of Euphorbia Tithymaloides will vary greatly depending on soil type, sunlight, temperature and other factors.