{"title":"Indoor Houseplants","description":"\u003cp\u003eUpdate August 4. These are indoor houseplants we took to the Northeast Plant Show in Syracuse on Saturday, August 2. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"air-purifying-devils-backbone-succulent-great-houseplant-easy-to-care-for","title":"Air-Purifying  Devil's Backbone Succulent. Great Houseplant, Easy to Care For.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndoor Houseplant\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eWe dabble in house plants from time to time. This is one we took to the Northeast Plant Show in Syracuse on August 2. It was a big hit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Devil's Backbone\" commonly refers to the succulent species Euphorbia tithymaloides, previously classified as Pedilanthus tithymaloides. It is a member of the Euphorbiaceae family, also known as the spurge family.\u003cspan data-processed=\"true\" data-complete=\"true\" class=\"\" data-wiz-rootname=\"ohfaMd\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" class=\"vKEkVd\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt's a low-maintenance succulent known for its unique zigzagging stems that resemble a spine or backbone, giving it the characteristic name.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt's also called Zigzag Plant, Redbird Cactus, Jacob's Ladder, Slipper Flower, Japanese Poinsettia, and more.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt features small, lance-shaped leaves that can be green, variegated with white edges, and sometimes take on a reddish or pink tint in bright light or cool weather.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile the plant does have true flowers, it also has red leaf bracts that are sometimes called \"slipper flowers\" due to their shoe shape. It generally flowers in mid-spring, although flowering indoors is less common.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eToxicity:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll parts of the Devil's Backbone plant, including the roots, stems, and leaves, are toxic to pets (like dogs and cats) and humans if ingested. The milky sap can also cause skin irritation upon contact.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eGrowth:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt can be grown indoors or outdoors in warm climates (USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11). Outdoors, it can grow up to 8 feet tall, while indoor plants typically reach 4 or 5 feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eCare:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIt prefers bright, indirect light but can tolerate some direct sun (avoiding intense midday rays) and thrives in well-draining, sandy soil or a cactus\/succulent mix. It's relatively drought-tolerant, so it's important to allow the soil to dry out between waterings to avoid root rot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"T286Pc\"\u003e\u003cb data-complete=\"true\" class=\"Yjhzub\"\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBesides its ornamental value, it's known for being a low-maintenance plant and is believed to have air-purifying properties, filtering out toxins like formaldehyde and benzene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-complete=\"true\" class=\"\" data-wiz-rootname=\"ohfaMd\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sae=\"\" data-complete=\"true\" data-animation-atomic=\"\" class=\"vKEkVd\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hosta King","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42366614634562,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0266\/2386\/8994\/files\/devils-backbone-2.webp?v=1756858842"}],"url":"https:\/\/hostaking.com\/collections\/indoor-houseplants.oembed","provider":"Hosta King","version":"1.0","type":"link"}