Euphorbia richiei ssp marsabitensis
To all those of us who love small succulent plants, which can be grown in a pot throughout their life, it is more than likely that we will fall in love with the Euphorbia ritchei.
Not only does it not grow much but it also It is a species that will not force us to complicate much with its careSo if we want to add a real jewel to our collection, it has to be one of the lucky ones.
Euphorbia ritchei is the scientific name of a succulent plant native to Kenya which was described by Peter René Oscar Bally and published in Taxon in 2006. It grows naturally on steep stony slopes, on the slopes of a volcanic crater, among lava rocks and in the grasslands of rocky slopes.
It is characterized by having succulent stems, erect, decumbent or rhizomatous that reach 40 centimeters long and whose thickness of about 1,5 to 3cm. They usually do not have leaves, but they can sprout if the light and water conditions are right.
Euphorbia richiei ssp marsabitensis
If we talk about its care, we can affirm without any hint of doubt that this is a plant suitable for beginners. In fact, you just have to keep in mind that It should be placed in a bright corner protected from low temperatures it does not resist the cold.
To avoid problems with excess water, you have to water it once or twice a week, and use a substrate that facilitates drainage such as the pumice, the river sand previously washed with water, or the akadama. In the case of living in an area where it usually rains regularly or freezes, it can be used as a houseplant.