Euphorbia Trigona

This cactus isn’t really a cactus; it’s a succulent. This plant is native to tropical parts of south and western Africa. It has very well defined lines and a beautiful green colour, making it perfect for almost all interiors and can even stand on it’s own as a sculpture.
Also known as the “African milk tree” [...]

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Cactus

This cactus isn’t really a cactus; it’s a succulent. This plant is native to tropical parts of south and western Africa. It has very well defined lines and a beautiful green colour, making it perfect for almost all interiors and can even stand on it’s own as a sculpture.

Also known as the “African milk tree” this plant requires sunlight and like cactus, make sure the soil is thoroughly dry between watering. Just so you know, don’t try to drink the “milk”, it’s poisonous and can induce allergic reactions.

Beside these facts, it’s said to bring good luck and is often given as a gift (to bring good fortune to the new owner)… but in either case, it’s a nice looking plant and this alone is enough to make it onto my shopping list.

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3 Comments

  1. Maryam in Marrakech's 2 cents worth... January 17, 2007 | Permalink

    I have been posting about plants in my blog, too. We must be on the same wave length;-)

  2. Pete's 2 cents worth... January 17, 2007 | Permalink

    :)

    I’ve been reading your blog quite a bit lately (it’s great by the way) but every time I start to leave a comment something (screaming baby, or wife) interupts me!

  3. Herman out of cacti for the moment's 2 cents worth... May 18, 2007 | Permalink

    Although targeted for the South African market it seems that also North Americans are reading our blogs; especially the second one with basic succulent cultivation knowledge and links to relevant Internet sites.
    Herewith an extract of a (locally distributed) media release.

    Robertson, South Africa; May 17 2007 – Soekershof Walkabout, Mazes & Botanical Gardens, has launched two new blogsites in addition to the own website.
    The first is soekershof.blogspot.com and keeps (potential) visitors updated with the latest developments in and around Soekershof and with links to other interesting things-to-do/see in the area.
    The second, soekershof.wordpress.com is primary a service tool for customers of the own Soekershof nursery and other succulent lovers. This blogsite provides visitors with information about all (basic) aspects of cultivating succulents including cacti in South Africa.

    Soekershof Walkabout
    Mazes & Botanical Gardens

    Primary Unusual Destination
    Certified by Fair Trade in Tourism in South Africa

    Klaas Voogds West, P.O. Box 291, Robertson 6705, South Africa
    Tel: +27 (0)23 626 4134
    Skype: soekershof
    E-mail: soekershof at lando.co dot za
    Website: http://www.soekershof.com
    Blogsite: soekershofwalkabout.blogspot.com
    Soekershof Science: soekershof.wordpress.com

    Mission statement:
    Soekershof Walkabout is a sacred enterprise, based on an appreciation of nature, humor, play, creation, expression and respect for the land, and the growth and development of the people and plants who participate -employees and visitors alike.

 

 

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