Euphorbia horrida

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Euphorbia horrida (Boissier): A very round African milk barrel with a silvery-blue coloration. The barrel can produce lots of small offsets at its base that can be broken off the main plant to re-root. The lemon yellow flowers dry and harden into spines at the end of the season.

PLEASE NOTE: Euphorbia contain a white, latex sap that can cause skin irritation or allergic reaction. Use gloves and eye protection to handle.

Euphorbia will not survive a hard frost, but if there is a risk of freezing temperatures they can be brought indoors to grow on a sunny window sill or under a grow light. They need bright sunlight, great drainage, and infrequent water to prevent rot. Pick containers with drainage holes and use well-draining cactus and succulent soil with 50% to 75% mineral grit such as coarse sand, pumice, or perlite. Water deeply and wait for the soil to completely dry out before watering again.

Full Euphorbia Guide

Product Size

2.0" Pot

Current Primary Color

Blue / Blue-green

All Seasonal Colors

Silver

Bloom Color

Yellow Bloom

Grow Zone (Hardiness)

Zone 10 (30F)

Recommended Light Conditions

Bright Indoor Light

Recommended Light Conditions

Full Sun

Maximum Height

Over 12"

Growth Habit / Shape

Vertical Grower / Tall Stem

Special Characteristic

Lots of Offsets

Special Characteristic

Showy Blooms

THIS PLANT IS HARDY IN ZONES 10+

10

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