Succulent Cactus Ghost White Boobie

🌿 Botanical Name: Euphorbia lactea ‘White Ghost’

💚 Common Names: White Ghost, White Ghost Candelabra Spurge, White Ghost Cactus

Description

Euphorbia ‘White Ghost’ is a striking succulent known for its dramatic, almost ghostly white stems accented with occasional pale green or gray markings. Its upright, sculptural growth can develop into a branching candelabra shape as the plant matures, making it an unusual statement piece for collectors who love plants with strong architectural form.

The White Ghost cultivar contains very little chlorophyll compared with standard Euphorbia lactea, which gives it its distinctive creamy-white appearance. Because of this reduced chlorophyll, it is generally slower growing than its greener relatives. 

🌤️ Light: Give your White Ghost a bright indirect view of the sky with some gentle direct sunlight. Plenty of light helps support healthy growth, but introduce intense direct sun gradually to prevent scorching.

💧 Water: Allow the soil to become approximately 100% dry before watering thoroughly. White Ghost stores water in its succulent stems and is much more sensitive to staying wet than being slightly too dry.

🪴 Soil: Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent soil mix. Excellent drainage is especially important for preventing root and stem rot.

💦 Humidity: Average household humidity is sufficient. White Ghost does not require high humidity.

🌡️ Temperature: Keep warm and protect from frost, cold drafts, and sudden temperature changes.

🌿 Fleurish Tip: The nearly white coloring is exactly what makes White Ghost special, but it also means the plant has less chlorophyll available for photosynthesis. Give it plenty of bright light, but avoid suddenly moving it from lower light into intense direct sun.

⚠️ Pet & People Safety: This is a Euphorbia, not a true cactus. When damaged or cut, it produces a milky latex sap that can irritate skin and eyes and is toxic if ingested. Keep away from pets and children, and wear gloves when pruning or handling damaged stems.

Please Note: Decorative pots are not included unless otherwise stated. Plants are shipped in plastic grower pots with drainage holes, and pot color may vary. Every plant is unique, so size, shape, branching, and the amount of green or white coloration may vary.