How to Care for Euphorbia obesa (baseball plant)

Korean name: 오베사

Euphorbia obesa is a nearly spherical succulent characterized by its thick, water-retentive stem. It has almost no leaves and produces small, inconspicuous flowers. It grows slowly, making it relatively easy to care for.

Key facts

Category: Succulent
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Difficulty: Easy
Where to keep: indoors
Native to: South Africa
Growth rate: Slow
Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
Traits: succulent, spherical, beginner-friendly, slow growth, heat tolerant
Also known as: baseball plant, hat plant

Care Guide

Light: Prefers bright indirect light.
Watering: Water when the soil is completely dry.
Soil: Use well-draining soil suitable for succulents.
Humidity: Maintain average indoor humidity.
Temperature: 18–27°C
Fertilizer: Feed diluted liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during growth.

Common questions

How often should you water Euphorbia obesa?

Water when the soil is completely dry. Roughly every 14 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Euphorbia obesa?

Light: Prefers bright indirect light. You can grow it indoors. Soil: Use well-draining soil suitable for succulents.

Is Euphorbia obesa safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Euphorbia obesa good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Temperature: 18–27°C. Humidity: Maintain average indoor humidity. Fertiliser: Feed diluted liquid fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during growth.