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Euphorbia royleana
Plant type
tree, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 10'
- W: 5'
planting zones
- 9b-11
Euphorbia royleana plant details
Euphorbia royleana is a deciduous cactus / succulent or tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia royleana
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
- Plant family: euphorbiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 5 FT wide, 10 FT tall
- Uses: rock garden, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia royleana
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
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How to Grow Euphorbia royleana
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun - bright shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2'-8'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 20"-30"
Width: 20"-30"
- bright shade
- drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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