Euphorbia flanaganii

Description

Euphorbia flanaganii is a dwarf succulent plant with a swollen underground stem with snake-like branches growing flat on the ground, only known from the coastal areas of the Eastern Cape and south coast of KwaZulu-Natal.                                  Unlike most succulents, Medusa’s Head does not handle long periods of drought well. It may need weekly watering during the summer. Water whenever the soil is dry several inches below the surface. It warns of a lack of water by gradually curling up its arms toward the center. Water deeply, but don’t let them sit in wet soil, which can cause root rot. (Source sanbi.org)