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Euphorbia cylindrifolia ssp. tuberifera

Also Known As

  • Euphorbia cylindrifolia v. tuberifera

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 6"-18"
  • W: 18"-36"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Euphorbia cylindrifolia ssp. tuberifera plant details

Euphorbia cylindrifolia ssp. tuberifera is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green, pink, purple and variegated foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia cylindrifolia ssp. tuberifera

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, pink, purple and variegated
Mature size: 18 IN - 36 IN - wide, 6 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: caudex-forming, container plant, houseplant, rare, spiky, tropical-looking, unique, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia cylindrifolia ssp. tuberifera

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Small, canoe shaped leaves with a narrow groove down the center. The cylindrical shape of the leaf is distinct, and can range from light pink, to magenta, to dark green. This species is tuberous, forming large turnip shaped roots (caudex) and shorter stems than cylindrifolia ssp cylindrifolia.
Rauh A tuberous rooted species with cylindrical leaves. Another great collector plant that forms a caudex up to 10cm wide.

Gardening facts about Euphorbia cylindrifolia ssp. tuberifera plant

How to Grow Euphorbia cylindrifolia ssp. tuberifera

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • pink
    • green
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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