Monadenium ritchei (Euphorbia) Cactus Plant stays rounded and forms

Plant stays rounded and forms big clumps in time

Plants shown in a 6" spot

Plant color varies on light conditions with more light giving stronger purple color

These spines are short and stiff but are so numerous that the plant isn't that sharp to handle

Monadenium ritchei (Euphorbia) Cactus Plant stays rounded and formsMonadenium ritchiei An unusual species very closely related to Euphorbia. The stems are green and lumpy, almost like a melted candle. The flowers are bright pink. Leaves are an attractive pinkish brown in high light, green in lower light (see pictures). The leaves drop readily in the winter or during stressful times in the summer, but grow back quickly once the plant is actively growing again. Takes normal succulent care (lots of light, keep on dry