Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia Lactea) is a perennial succulent in the Euphorbiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low 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. It can be grown indoors.
Euphorbia lactea is a succulent, cactus-like shrub or small tree with spiny, mottled green and white stems, native to subtropical and arid regions of South Asia.

Mottled Spurge
Euphorbia Lactea
Euphorbia lactea is a succulent, cactus-like shrub or small tree with spiny, mottled green and white stems, native to subtropical and arid regions of South Asia.
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