This is a strange one for sure. It's native to India and loves the Florida sun. Doesn't need much care and is a quick grower. All parts of the plant are considered poisonous and the 'milk' is can cause blindness if it gets in the eyes. This plant has very sharp black 'hook' type spines that will tear you to pieces if you should intangled in them. I have several now that are about 5' tall.