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Tabaiba Majorera

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

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Overview

Euphorbia atropurpurea, or Tabaiba Majorera, is an eye-catching, perennial shrub endemic to the Canary Islands. It boasts an erect and branching form, reaching up to 6-8 feet tall with a similar spread. Adorned with dark purple, urn-shaped inflorescences in late winter to spring, it adds dramatic color contrast. This drought-tolerant plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun, requiring minimal maintenance in USDA zones 9-11.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean

Tabaiba Majorera (Euphorbia Atropurpurea) — It thrives in full sun and well-draining soil; green and multi-colored and red flowers in the garden

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Tabaiba Majorera (Euphorbia Atropurpurea) — or contemporary landscapes

Tabaiba Majorera (Euphorbia Atropurpurea) — or contemporary landscapes; euphorbia atropurpurea, or Tabaiba Majorera, is an eye-catching, perennial shrub

Tabaiba Majorera (Euphorbia Atropurpurea) — It boasts an erect and branching form, reaching up to 6-8 feet tall with a similar spread; spoon-shaped leaves that

Tabaiba Majorera (Euphorbia Atropurpurea) — This drought-tolerant plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun; perennial for full or half

Tabaiba Majorera (Euphorbia Atropurpurea) — Euphorbia atropurpurea, or Tabaiba Majorera, is an eye-catching, perennial shrub endemic to the Canary Islands

Tabaiba Majorera (Euphorbia Atropurpurea) — the Tabaiba Majorera contains a toxic white latex sap; adding a touch of color and interest.<br><br>As with other

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

Euphorbia Atropurpurea

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C T Johansson, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Emőke Dénes, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Magnus Manske, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
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