Euphorbia antisyphilitica (Candelilla or Little Candle)


Botanical Information

FamilyEuphorbiaceae
GenusEuphorbia
Speciesantisyphilitica
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginSouthwestern United States of America and northwestern Mexico.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone8a
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height30 - 90 cm
Spread30 - 90 cm
Flowering PeriodMay, June, July, August, September, October

Description and Growing Information

LandscapeMakes for a great accent tree or shrub in desert landscapes or Rock gardens but can also be used as a patio pot plant.
CultivationThis is a low maintenance plant that is drought tolerant and requires full sun.
Notable SpecimensDesert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America.
HabitatHillsides and slopes of southwestern United States of America and northwestern Mexico.
Bark/Stem DescriptionWaxy stems that resemble grey-green pencils.
Leaf DescriptionTiny, narrow leaves.
Flower DescriptionSmall white and sometimes pink flowers.

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