Euphorbia resinifera (Resin Spurge)


Botanical Information

FamilyEuphorbiaceae
GenusEuphorbia
Speciesresinifera
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals
TypeShrub (evergreen)
OriginMorocco, Northern Africa.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height60 cm
Spread2 m

Description and Growing Information

PropagationPropagated by cuttings that are left to callus.
CultivationLittle to no additional water is needed during most of the year and plant in partial to full sun.
Notable SpecimensDesert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America.
HabitatSlopes of the Atlas Mountains in Morocco, Africa.
Flower DescriptionThe flowers are small, simple, and bright yellow.
Fruit DescriptionA small capsule with one seed in each cell.

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