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  • Answered by
    AnnsGreeneHaus on
    April 11, 2013
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    Pedilanthus, like most thin leaved succulents, shed their leaves when stressed. This is the plants way of protecting itself. It is usually noticed after the plant is allowed to be too dry for too long. If this is the case, give it a 4-6 hour soak and keep it watered a little more often.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 5, 2015
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    Depending on the particular species, these plants can be either evergreen or deciduous. Additionally, they are normally grown as houseplants unless you live in a tropical or semi-tropical location - or within USDA zones 9-11. The region in which it's grown outdoors could have an effect on its overall growing behavior too, so as far as it growing as an evergreen hedge year round, they type you have may not be suitable. The variegated type, Pedilanthus tithymaloides'Variegatus', might be a better choice for this.

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    April 27, 2016
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    You can place the plant outdoors but do not expose it to temperatures 50 degrees or colder.
    A bright but indirect sun location is best.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/devils-backbone/devils-backbone-plant.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    May 31, 2016
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    Do you have a Variegated Leafed Devil's Backbone?

    The white on the leaves may just be the natural coloration of the leaves.
    Here is a link to refresh you on the care requirements.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/devils-backbone/devils-backbone-plant.htm

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 25, 2016
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    The ASPCA lists Devil's Backbone poisonous to cats and dogs.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    October 11, 2016
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    Your plant may actually be overwatered. Overwatering is a very common cause of wilting in indoor plants:

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/environmental/signs-of-plants-affected-by-too-much-water.htm

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/devils-backbone/devils-backbone-plant.htm

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    Downtoearthdigs on
    July 12, 2017
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    Leaf drop may be a sign of issues; watering issues, too much or too little sun or even a cool draft.
    This link will refresh you on the care requirements.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/houseplants/devils-backbone/devils-backbone-plant.htm

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