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Variegated Devil's Backbone

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Pedilanthus tithymaloides 'Variegatus'

Genus

Pedilanthus

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Order

Malpighiales

How to care for Variegated Devil's Backbone

💦 Water

How often to water your Variegated Devil's Backbone

Variegated Devil's Backbone needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Variegated Devil's Backbone in your home

Variegated Devil's Backbone love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Variegated Devil's Backbone does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Variegated Devil's Backbone in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Variegated Devil's Backbone

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Variegated Devil's Backbone: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Variegated Devil's Backbone after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Variegated Devil's Backbone prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Variegated Devil's Backbone requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Variegated Devil's Backbone is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Variegated Devil's Backbone is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Variegated Devil's Backbone can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.