PlantFun
Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade; provide afternoon shade in hot arid regions to prevent leaf scorch
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5 cm of soil is dry; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -5°C with winter protection; optimal growth occurs at 15–28°C
Characteristics
- Leaf: Pinnately compound, blue-green to grey-green, fern-like, with serrated leaflets
- Flower: Tubular, maroon to dark red, arranged in drooping racemes
- Stem: Thick, succulent, grey-green stems with a woody base
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy
Fertilization
Diluted balanced liquid feed every 4 weeks. Cease fertilization in late autumn to prepare the plant for dormancy
Eggshell powder top-dressing：Crush dried eggshells into fine powder; sprinkle 1 teaspoon per plant monthly to boost soil calcium and improve drainagePruning
- Prune back dead or damaged stems to the woody base in early spring
- Thin overcrowded inner branches to improve airflow and reduce fungal risk
- Cut back flowering stems by one-third after blooms fade to maintain a compact bushy habit
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Toxic; contains unknown toxins causing vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, and lethargy
Humans: Ingestion causes mild oral irritation and nausea; contact with sap may cause minor skin redness
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: N/A
Usage: Ornamental garden specimen, cut flower foliage for floral arrangements
