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Euphorbia stenoclada
Also Known As
- Silver Thicket
Plant type
shrub, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 6'-20'
- W: 5'-20'
planting zones
- 10a-11
Euphorbia stenoclada plant details
Euphorbia stenoclada is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry when dormant. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia stenoclada
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
- Plant family: euphorbiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 5 FT - 20 FT - wide, 6 FT - 20 FT - tall
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia stenoclada
- USDA Zones: 10a - 11
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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How to Grow Euphorbia stenoclada
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous
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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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