Description:
Euphorbia polygona var. horrida, native to South Africa, is a spiny succulent shrub that resembles a cactus. It grows up to 5 feet tall with blue-green, heavily ridged stems and produces small green-yellow flowers in summer. This plant forms tight clumps of upright columns and is known for its clustered crowns of spines. It thrives in well-draining mineral potting substrate and can tolerate temperatures as low as 14°F if roots are kept dry. Euphorbia polygona var. horrida prefers light shade to full sun and requires moderate watering throughout the year, except during the coldest month.
Sources:
- [1] Euphorbia horrida urchin: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [2] Euphorbia horrida monstrose: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [3] Euphorbia horrida: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [4] Euphorbia horrida 'African Milk Barrel': Succulents Depot. Visit Source
- [5] Euphorbia horrida: Wikipedia. Visit Source
- [6] Euphorbia horrida urchin: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [7] Euphorbia horrida monstrose: Planet Desert. Visit Source
- [8] African Milk Barrel – Euphorbia horrida: Planet Desert. Visit Source
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Last Updated July 1, 2025
| Store | Title | In Stock | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Planet Desert | Euphorbia horrida ( 4" Pot) |
Yes
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$12.29 |
| Planet Desert | Euphorbia horrida JC ( 4" Pot) |
No
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$10.00 |
| Planet Desert | Euphorbia horrida monstrose ( 4" Pot) |
Yes
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$14.99 |
| Planet Desert | Euphorbia horrida urchin ( 4" Pot) |
No
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$13.99 |
| Planet Desert | Euphorbia horrida ( 6" Pot) |
No
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$22.75 |