Plants in genus euphorbia
Euphorbia 'Despina'
Euphorbia 'Despina' is a compact plant with 15-inch tall stems and blue-green leaves that hold well during winter. It features brilliant yellow flower heads in late spring and requires well-drained soils. This plant is attractive to butterflies and is resistant to rabbits.
Euphorbia 'Martinii'
Euphorbia 'Martinii' is a heat-tolerant perennial known for its chartreuse flowers with burgundy centers and long, leathery gray-green foliage. This plant attracts butterflies and thrives in full sun to part shade. Its stems range in color from yellow to green to red, adding visual interest to gardens.
Euphorbia gottlebei
Euphorbia gottlebei is a spiny shrubby plant endemic to Madagascar, growing up to 5 feet tall. It thrives on steep limestone slopes in subarid deciduous thorny thickets and is threatened by habitat loss. The plant features long tap roots, densely spiny stems, and small carmine flowers with conspicuous petal-like bracts.
Euphorbia 'Helena's Blush'
Euphorbia 'Helena's Blush' is a variegated hybrid with blue-green leaves edged in creamy gold. It forms a 1-foot tall by 1-foot wide clump and produces yellow-and-green variegated flowers in May. This plant requires good drainage in wet, humid climates and is appreciated for its unique foliage and flowers.
Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire'
Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire' is a perennial succulent groundcover with striking mahogany-red foliage and chartreuse flowers in spring. It is deer and rabbit resistant, thriving in well-drained soil. The plant's sap may irritate skin, so caution is advised when handling.
Euphorbia trigona 'African Milk Tree'
Euphorbia trigona, commonly known as the African Milk Tree, is a striking plant native to Central Africa, characterized by its triangular stems and tear drop-shaped leaves. It can grow to heights of 6-9 feet and thrives in full sun with minimal water requirements. This long-lived plant prefers well-draining soil and infrequent repotting, making it a low-maintenance choice for warm climates.
Euphorbia 'Mother Hubbard'
Euphorbia 'Mother Hubbard', also known as Fire Sticks, is a plant with pencil-like stems that can change color from green to yellow, orange, and pink. This unique ability makes it a fascinating addition to any garden or indoor plant collection.
Euphorbia characias 'Tasmanian Tiger'
Euphorbia characias 'Tasmanian Tiger' is a striking plant discovered in Hobart, Tasmania in 1998. It features 3-foot tall stems with blue foliage edged in creamy white and large golden flower heads in summer. This plant requires good drainage and is not hardy to Zone 5, making it suitable for warmer climates.
Euphorbia abyssinica
Euphorbia abyssinica, also known as the desert candle, is a succulent native to Ethiopia and Sudan. It can reach a height of 33 feet and features small purple flowers surrounded by yellow bracts. This plant prefers bright but indirect sunlight and requires succulent soil mixed with sand or gravel. It is frost hardy to temperatures above 32°F and is propagated using stem cuttings.
Euphorbia venenifica
Euphorbia venenifica, also known as the Candle Plant, is a cylindrical-shaped plant native to Chad, Sudan, Ethiopia, and Egypt. It can reach up to 16.4 feet in height and features small lime yellow and green flowers. This plant thrives in well-drained soil and requires direct sunlight.
Euphorbia ambovombensis
Euphorbia ambovombensis is a slow-growing succulent endemic to Madagascar, thriving in subtropical or tropical dry forests. It requires full sun to light shade and regular watering during its active growing season. This plant is threatened by habitat loss and is regulated under CITES Appendix I.
Euphorbia 'Tiny Tim'
Euphorbia 'Tiny Tim' is a dwarf version of Martin's Spurge, featuring cup-shaped blossoms with red highlights. This plant blooms from late spring through summer, attracting bees and butterflies to the garden. It forms dense mounded clusters with burgundy stems and new growth, adding visual interest. 'Tiny Tim' is pest, disease, rabbit, and deer resistant, thriving in full sun with well-drained soil. Its compact size and vibrant blooms make it a versatile choice for various garden settings.
Euphorbia trigona 'Royal Red'
This plant features colors of green, magenta, and red and can grow up to 25 cm tall. It is easy to grow, enjoys full sun, and needs well-draining soil. It thrives in temperatures above 21°C with moderate humidity.