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Golden Spurge

Euphorbia Mauritanica

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Overview

The Golden Spurge, or Euphorbia mauritanica, is a drought-resistant succulent, reaching 3 feet in height. Its pencil-like, radiant green stems yield clusters of bright yellow blossoms, mainly in late winter to spring. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, this low-maintenance plant prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soils. Caution: sap may irritate skin and eyes. Ideal for xeriscapes and coastal settings.

Sun Full, HalfWater Very LowZones 11–11Type Cactus, Succulent
Golden Spurge (Euphorbia Mauritanica) — It's admired for its pencil-like; its light requirements ensure it flourishes and produces the vibrant yellow

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low
USDA zones
11–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Cactus, Succulent
Family
Euphorbiaceae

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Golden Spurge (Euphorbia Mauritanica) — It's recommended to space plants approximately 18 to 24 inches apart to allow for mature growth; punctuated with its
Golden Spurge (Euphorbia Mauritanica) — adding a splash of color to gardens.<br><br>Being drought-resistant; cactus / succulent with yellow blooms
Golden Spurge (Euphorbia Mauritanica) — preferring full sun to partial shade exposure
Golden Spurge (Euphorbia Mauritanica) — cactus / succulent for full or half; making it a practical and aesthetically pleasing addition to any garden design
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
Euphorbia Mauritanica
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