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'''Euphorbia tithymaloides''' is a perennial succulent spurge. An It is an erect shrub, the plant is also known by the scientific name Pedilanthus tithymaloides. However, the genus Pedilanthus has been submerged into the genus Euphorbia, and is more correctly known by its new name (Euphorbia tithymaloides).

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{{Common names|kn=|ml=|sa=|ta=|te=|hi=|en=Devil's Backbone, Japanese Poinsettia, Slipper Spurge, Redbird Cactus, Christmas Candle}}

{{Leaf|Simple|Acuminate in shape, With entire (smooth) edges.|The leaf is a simple angiosperm leaf, arranged oppositely on the stem. Each leaf is sessile (attaching directly to the plant), and about 1.4 to 3 inches (3.6 to 7.6 cm) in length.}}<ref name="Leaf"/>

{{Flower|Bisexual|Ovoid in shape|Pink||The seed pod is about 0.30 inches (7.6 mm) long and 0.35 inches (8.9 mm) wide, and ovoid in shape (with truncated ends).}}

Pedilanthus tithymaloides houseplant likes bright indirect sunlight. Plant in direct sun in fall and winter, but give it a little protection from stinging hot rays in spring and summer. Just turning the slats on your blinds can be enough to keep the tips of the leaves from sizzling. Read more at Gardening Know How: Devil’s Backbone Plant Info: How To Grow The Devil’s Backbone Plant Indoors https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/devils-backbone/devils-backbone-plant.htm

* [https://plants.usda.gov/core/profile?symbol=PETI Pedilanthus tithymaloideson plants.usda.govt]