GoldenValleyBotanica Euphorbia lactea

This plant thrives in bright, direct light to full sun. Placing it near a south-facing window is ideal to ensure it receives enough light to maintain its signature white and mint marbled patterns.

No, this plant is not pet-friendly. It contains a milky sap that is toxic if ingested or if it comes into contact with skin or eyes, so it should be kept in a location inaccessible to cats, dogs, and small children.

This is a drought-tolerant succulent that prefers its soil to dry out completely between waterings. In most indoor environments, watering once every few weeks is sufficient, especially during the winter months when growth slows.

You can only keep it outdoors year-round if you live in USDA zones 10–11, where temperatures remain above 35°F. Because it is frost-sensitive, it must be brought indoors or protected if temperatures drop near freezing.

The Euphorbia lactea variegata is a slow-growing shrub. While it can eventually reach up to 6 feet in height, it will maintain its manageable, architectural size for quite some time in a container.

It requires well-draining soil, such as a standard cactus or succulent potting mix, to prevent root rot. Fertilization is rarely needed, but you can apply a balanced, diluted succulent fertilizer once or twice during the active growing season in spring and summer.