Euphorbia mammillaris variegata

Origin

South Africa

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Description

Euphorbia Mammillaris Variegated  is a short stemmed dioecious shrublet producing a dense cluster. It has frosty greenish-white coloured erect and ribbed stems splashed with emerald green

Nearing maturity, the plant can reach a foot to two feet tall. Each stem can have from seven to seventeen ribs of thick, hexagonal tubercles growing next to each other vertically, which resembles the look of a corn-cob.

From late winter to early summer, this succulent produces small red and orange flowers from each stem.

Environment

Suited for a warm and humid climate, this thrives best in a little shades sunlight and responds well to warmth. It requires water when the soil becomes dry to touch specially during growing season and during summers. Watering should be minimal during winters

Landscape

Euphorbia is used for container Planting. Thematic Landscaping, Rockery