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Euphorbia ambovombensis

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 4"-5"
  • W: 9"-24"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Euphorbia ambovombensis plant details

Euphorbia ambovombensis is an evergreen cactus / succulent with burgundy and green foliage. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia ambovombensis

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen burgundy and green
Mature size: 9 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 5 IN - tall
Uses: container plant, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia ambovombensis

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A dwarf species from Madagascar with a round, fat little caudex and crispy edged succulent leaves. Flowers (cyathia) are pale pink. Great for small, natural bonsai.
Small growing, attractive Euphorbia from Madagascar.

By: Kara Nursery

Gardening facts about Euphorbia ambovombensis plant

How to Grow Euphorbia ambovombensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • burgundy
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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