| Common Name | Crested Pencil Cactus |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Euphorbia |
| Species | Neriifolia |
| Variety | cristata |
| Origin | India |
| Blooming | Rare indoors, small cyathia appear in summer if mature. |
| Leaf Color | Green to grey-green stems |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Cactus mix with high perlite or pumice content for rapid drainage.
Water only when soil is completely dry. Reduce significantly in winter dormancy. Avoid water on stems.
Requires full sun exposure to maintain crest shape; low light causes etiolation.
Apply diluted succulent fertilizer monthly during spring and summer growth phase.
Prune with gloves due to toxic sap; remove malformed crests or dead tissue.
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