Euphorbia loricata

Euphorbia loricata is commonly known as the ‘African palm tree’ and belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family. A native of South Africa, this succulent reaches 3.3 feet (1 m) tall in height and enters dormancy in the summer season.

Growth Rate

The growth rate of African palm trees is fast.

Flowering

The flowers bloom in the Yellow-green shade during summers.

Water and Feeding/Fertilizer

Water regularly during the growing season. It will help the plant grow properly. Try to keep it completely dry in winters.

Soil

Euphorbia loricata is an easy species to grow. It needs a well-drained soil mix.

Hardiness

​African palm trees belong to the hardiness zone of 10a to 11b and have a frost tolerance of 32°F (0°C).

Light

This plant needs light shade to full sunlight to grow.

Propagation

Euphorbia loricata is easily propagated by cuttings in the late spring season. Like other succulents and cacti, these plants also need to dry out for some time.

The African palm tree is a beautiful succulent plant with slender leaves. This low-maintenance plant is suitable for beginner gardeners.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz