By VALORIE SHATYNSKI Answer: Euphorbia tirucalli, (also called Firesticks, Sticks on Fire, or Pencil Bush), is a visually striking and hardy drought-tolerant landscaping plant that is readily available in nurseries and is easily propagated. Firesticks, and all Euphorbias, produce a toxic white sap (latex) if their leaves or stems are cut or broken. The […]
By DR. CHRIS MCDONALD AND FRANCIE MURPHY (This article originally appeared in the San Diego Union-Tribune – Nov 20, 2020) As gardeners in San Diego move to replace their thirsty lawns and water-loving plants, they may unknowingly turn to harmful replacements. Some of the most common shrubs, succulents and even a few vegetables can be harmful […]
Vincent Lazaneo The Poinsettia, Euphorbia pulcherrima, is not a highly-toxic or poisonous plant. You will not die if you eat one of the plant’s colorful leaves (bracts), but adding them to a salad is not advisable. The pamphlet, “Know Your Plants – Safe or Poisonous?,” published by the University of California lists the Poinsettia having […]
