Euphorbia stellispina
Scientific Name: Euphorbia stellispina Phillips non Haw.
Synonym: Euphorbia stellaespina
Family: Euphorbiaceae
USDA: 9b-10
Frost Tolerance: Needs some protection in Phoenix on coldest nights
Sun Exposure: Light shade
Origin: South Africa (Cape Province, little Namaqualand)
Growth Habits: Succulent, grows slowly up to 2 feet high (60 cm)
Watering Needs: Keep dry from November to March
Euphorbia stellispina has star-shaped spines, a nice bark, and is easy to grow, all this makes it quite popular. As with the other Euphorbias, its sap is poisonous.
Culture:
This species is dormant in winter, keep it totally dry at or around 40°F (4°C).
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