Photo of Euphorbia neohumbertii by Karl Gercens III

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Euphorbia neohumbertii

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 15"-24"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Euphorbia neohumbertii plant details

Euphorbia neohumbertii is a deciduous cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia neohumbertii

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and green
Mature size: 15 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia neohumbertii

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Protect from Frost. Light Shade. Red/Orange. Indoor.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

2 to 3' tall with large green leaves, prominent leaf scars. Hardy to 40 °F.

Gardening facts about Euphorbia neohumbertii plant

How to Grow Euphorbia neohumbertii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 10'-15'

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