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Horned Spurge, Tintern Spurge

Euphorbia Ceratocarpa

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Overview

Euphorbia ceratocarpa, commonly known as Horned or Tintern Spurge, is a perennial boasting vibrant green foliage and unique yellow-green flowering bracts crowned with horn-like tips. It thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil, reaching up to 2-3 feet in height and width. This drought-tolerant species adds a striking architectural element to gardens. Caution: its sap is toxic and can irritate skin. Ideal for a low-maintenance, water-wise landscape design.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Horned Spurge, Tintern Spurge (Euphorbia Ceratocarpa) — commonly known as Horned or Tintern Spurge
Horned Spurge, Tintern Spurge (Euphorbia Ceratocarpa) — It thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil, reaching up to 2-3 feet in height and width

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Horned Spurge, Tintern Spurge (Euphorbia Ceratocarpa) — commonly known as Horned or Tintern Spurge
Horned Spurge, Tintern Spurge (Euphorbia Ceratocarpa) — It thrives in sunny spots with well-drained soil, reaching up to 2-3 feet in height and width
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