Euphorbia heterophylla 'Yokoi's White'

Also Known As

Desert Poinsettia
Painted Euphorbia
Summer Poinsettia
Wild Poinsettia

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 18"-36"
W: 18"-36"

planting zones

9b-11

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Euphorbia heterophylla 'Yokoi's White' plant details

Euphorbia heterophylla 'Yokoi's White' is a cactus / succulent with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia heterophylla 'Yokoi's White'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 18 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, toxic, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia heterophylla 'Yokoi's White'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Fleshy stalks of creamy margined poinsettia shaped leaves. Soft red bracts from in late summer thru fall. As with most euphorbias, the sap and leaves are toxic. May also be known as "painted euphorbia" "desert poinsettia" " wild poinsettia". Quite different.