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Also Known As

  • Candelilla

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 18"-40"
  • W: 12"-60"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Euphorbia antisyphilitica plant details

Euphorbia antisyphilitica is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and winter pink and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in alkaline, average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia antisyphilitica

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 12 IN - 60 IN - wide, 18 IN - 40 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in spring and winter
Uses: xeric, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia antisyphilitica

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: alkaline, average, gritty and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Full Sun to Light Shade. Outdoor. Small Flowers with Pinkish-Red center becoming Cream on the fringe.

By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens

Gardening facts about Euphorbia antisyphilitica plant

How to Grow Euphorbia antisyphilitica

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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