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Euphorbia baioensis
Ideally, place in a sunny location.
Water a few days after the substrate has dried out. Reduce watering significantly in winter.
The temperature should not fall below +2 °C. In winter, at least 18 °C.
The epithet baioensis refers to Mount Baio in Kenya, where this species was first found.
Euphorbia baioensis is a species of spurge native to East Africa. The species name baioensis refers to Mount Baio in Kenya, where this plant was first discovered. In nature, it occurs in dry tropical regions with very low rainfall, growing as a small succulent shrub.
The plant has grey-green, upright to slightly trailing cylindrical stems that can reach up to about 30 cm in length and around 2 cm in diameter. The stems are usually branched at the base and form compact clumps. They bear 8 to 10 ribs, with paired spines on each shield. When young, the spines are grey with red tips, later turning dark to almost black and reaching up to 1 cm in length.
The flowers are small, pale yellow, and typical of the genus Euphorbia. They appear from spring to summer near the upper parts of the stems and are rather inconspicuous.
This succulent requires a very bright position, a well-draining substrate, and restrained watering with thorough drying between waterings. During winter, it prefers warmer conditions and minimal watering. With proper care, it maintains a compact habit and strong stem structure, making it an attractive plant for container cultivation.