Euphorbia polygona ‘Zig Zag’ (WA Prohibited)

Euphorbia polygona ‘Zig Zag’ is a distinctive form of Euphorbia polygona, valued for its upright, columnar stems with pronounced angular ribs that create a subtle zig-zag pattern as the plant matures. The glaucous grey-green body is lined with short, evenly spaced spines along each rib.

This plant is supplied as an established, rooted specimen. Like many African Euphorbia, it is drought-tolerant once settled and best suited to bright light and free-draining conditions.

Care

• Light: Bright light to full sun. Gradually acclimatise to stronger sun to prevent scorch.
• Water: Allow the growing media to dry between watering. Reduce watering significantly in cooler months.
• Growing media: Very free-draining cactus and succulent mix.
• Temperature: Protect from frost. Best grown above 5 °C.
• Handling: Sap is toxic and can irritate skin and eyes. Handle with care.

Key Characteristics

• Growth habit: Upright, columnar Euphorbia
• Stem colour: Grey-green with a glaucous finish
• Rib structure: Pronounced angular ribs forming a zig-zag pattern
• Spines: Short, paired spines along rib margins
• Growth rate: Slow to moderate under warm conditions