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Euphorbia mammillaris Corn on the Cob Cactus

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Euphorbia mammillaris Corn on the Cob Cactus

  • Euphorbia mammillaris, or the "Corn on the Cob" plant, is a distinctive, multi-stemmed succulent. It features upright, club-shaped stems that are divided into hexagonal tubercles (bumps) arranged in tidy rows. These "kernels" give the plant its iconic vegetable-themed nickname. It typically grows in dense clusters, forming a miniature forest of "cobs."

    This charming species is native to the Little Karoo region of South Africa. It has evolved to survive in dry, rocky scrublands, resulting in its thick, moisture-retaining stems and hardy nature.

    Its uncanny resemblance to corn makes it an instant conversation starter. It is also available in a "Variegata" form, which looks like "Ghost Corn" with creamy white and mint green hues. It is the perfect choice for those who want the look of a cactus without the sharp, painful spines.

  • Full sun to bright indirect light. It needs plenty of light to stay compact. In low light, the "cobs" will stretch and become skinny.

    Gritty, mineral-rich soil. Use a cactus mix with extra pumice or coarse sand for rapid drainage.

    Low. Water thoroughly only when the soil is bone dry. Reduce watering to almost nothing during the winter months.
  • 9b – 11. Best kept as a houseplant in most climates, as it cannot survive a hard frost.
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  • Euphorbia mammillaris, or the "Corn on the Cob" plant, is a distinctive, multi-stemmed succulent. It features upright, club-shaped stems that are divided into hexagonal tubercles (bumps) arranged in tidy rows. These "kernels" give the plant its iconic vegetable-themed nickname. It typically grows in dense clusters, forming a miniature forest of "cobs."

    This charming species is native to the Little Karoo region of South Africa. It has evolved to survive in dry, rocky scrublands, resulting in its thick, moisture-retaining stems and hardy nature.

    Its uncanny resemblance to corn makes it an instant conversation starter. It is also available in a "Variegata" form, which looks like "Ghost Corn" with creamy white and mint green hues. It is the perfect choice for those who want the look of a cactus without the sharp, painful spines.

  • Full sun to bright indirect light. It needs plenty of light to stay compact. In low light, the "cobs" will stretch and become skinny.

    Gritty, mineral-rich soil. Use a cactus mix with extra pumice or coarse sand for rapid drainage.

    Low. Water thoroughly only when the soil is bone dry. Reduce watering to almost nothing during the winter months.
  • 9b – 11. Best kept as a houseplant in most climates, as it cannot survive a hard frost.
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