Chaya (Cnidoscolus Aconitifolius) is a perennial shrub in the Euphorbiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Cnidoscolus aconitifolius, commonly known as chaya or tree spinach, is a large, fast-growing, leafy perennial shrub native to Mexico and Central America.