Euphorbia enopla cristata
(This plant comes in a 3.5 inch pot. All of our plants are grown under the same conditions, although not all the plants are the same. You will receive a similar plant in size and shape to the ones in the pictures. Our plants are hand-picked and carefully selected to bring you the best quality possible. Please allow us up to 3 business days to process your order. If you wish to receive your order on a specific date, or have special instructions, please add a note at the checkout. The plant is shipped in its pot to prevent any damage to the roots.)
Euphorbias are very easy to care for this is a crested formed succulent with fan shaped branches that form a snaky ridge or crowded cluster. It is dark green with decorative spines and the body is up to 4 inches in diameter. It benefits from bright light to partial shade for best appearance. Its active growth period is in late spring to summer months. The most common failure of this plant is overwatering, especially in winter months. Unlike 'monstose' varieties of plants , where the variation from normal growth is due to genetic mutation, crested growth can occur on normal plants.
Zone: 9b to 11b
Hardiness: 25°F - 50°F
Sun exposure: bright light to partial shade
Watering needs: moderate to light
Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz
| Blooming Season | Late autumn |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Pincushion Euphorbia |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Flower | Dark green |
| Frost Tolerance | 4°c |
| Growth Rate | Fast growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 9a |
| Height | 30-100 cm |
| Origin | South africa. |
| Pot Size | 3.5" |
| Scientific Name | Euphorbia enopla cristata |
| Shape | Fan-shaped |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun and partial |