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Euphorbia monteiroi
Also Known As
- Euphorbia monteiri
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 24"-36"
- W: 2"-18"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Euphorbia monteiroi plant details
Euphorbia monteiroi is a deciduous cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia monteiroi
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: euphorbiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
- Flowers: chartreuse blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia monteiroi
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
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By: Frank Vincentz
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How to Grow Euphorbia monteiroi
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- chartreuse
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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Plant Type
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Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 18"-30"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
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Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun
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- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 18"-36"
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- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
Plant Type
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Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2'-8'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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