Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata
Euphorbia hamata

*The last photos are for reference only of full size plant.

Euphorbia hamata, also commonly known as ‘Elephant's milk bush’, is a spineless succulent shrub with branches at the base that can reach a height of 18-36 inches. On the branches, there are numerous recurved tubercules. This winter-dormant plant has its origin in Namibia and belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family.

Growth Rate

Euphorbia hamata has a fast growth rate.

Flowering

Elephant’s milk bush plant blooms in the winter season and produces Chartreuse (yellow-green) flowers.

Watering and Feeding

The native area of this plant receives rain in both winter and summer. So, you can water these succulents moderately all year. Use a well-balanced fertilizer. During the growing season, continue to apply fertilizer once or twice a week.

Soil

Euphorbia hamata needs well-draining soil. Sandy soil with a pH of slightly acidic to neutral is ideal, but it will thrive in slightly alkaline soil as well.

Hardiness

This variety of Euphorbia is frost-hardy. It has a frost tolerance of 4°C (39.2°F) and belongs to the hardiness zone of 9b to 11.

Light

These plants can tolerate conditions ranging from Full sun to partial shade sun exposure.

Propagation

Elephant’s milk bush is propagated by seeds or cuttings.

Euphorbia hamata is a simple succulent plant for pot culture that forms a small stem and makes an interesting specimen. Give it a try and expand your succulent collection.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Winter
Botanical Name Euphorbia hamata
Dormancy Winter
Family Euphorbiaceae
Flower Color Chartreuse (yellowgreen)
Mature Size 1836 in.
Native Area Namibia
Resistance 4°c

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08/11/2023
Lloyd T.
United States United States

A New Old Plant For My Collection

All was well as usual. I have been aware of this species, I just was not able to find a good enough specimen to purchase.. I always try to buy two if I can.

J
02/01/2022
Jug

Wow! This succulent grows so quickly

E
10/06/2021
Evan

Healthy and beautiful plants!

H
09/27/2021
Harlow

Plant that is both healthy and well-rooted! Thanks for getting back.

G
05/17/2021
Giselle

This plant has my heart. Thank you

Euphorbia hamata

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Please note: All Landscape Ready plants that are in a 6-inch pot or larger WILL NOT come with a pot as it will be shipped bare root.

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*The last photos are for reference only of full size plant.

Euphorbia hamata, also commonly known as ‘Elephant's milk bush’, is a spineless succulent shrub with branches at the base that can reach a height of 18-36 inches. On the branches, there are numerous recurved tubercules. This winter-dormant plant has its origin in Namibia and belongs to the Euphorbiaceae family.

Growth Rate

Euphorbia hamata has a fast growth rate.

Flowering

Elephant’s milk bush plant blooms in the winter season and produces Chartreuse (yellow-green) flowers.

Watering and Feeding

The native area of this plant receives rain in both winter and summer. So, you can water these succulents moderately all year. Use a well-balanced fertilizer. During the growing season, continue to apply fertilizer once or twice a week.

Soil

Euphorbia hamata needs well-draining soil. Sandy soil with a pH of slightly acidic to neutral is ideal, but it will thrive in slightly alkaline soil as well.

Hardiness

This variety of Euphorbia is frost-hardy. It has a frost tolerance of 4°C (39.2°F) and belongs to the hardiness zone of 9b to 11.

Light

These plants can tolerate conditions ranging from Full sun to partial shade sun exposure.

Propagation

Elephant’s milk bush is propagated by seeds or cuttings.

Euphorbia hamata is a simple succulent plant for pot culture that forms a small stem and makes an interesting specimen. Give it a try and expand your succulent collection.

Some of the information in this description has been found at desert-tropicals.com, llifle.com and cactus-art.biz

Bloom Season Winter
Botanical Name Euphorbia hamata
Dormancy Winter
Family Euphorbiaceae
Flower Color Chartreuse (yellowgreen)
Mature Size 1836 in.
Native Area Namibia
Resistance 4°c

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Customer Reviews
4.8 Based on 5 Reviews
5 ★
80% 
4
4 ★
20% 
1
3 ★
0% 
0
2 ★
0% 
0
1 ★
0% 
0
Write a Review Ask a Question

Thank you for submitting a review!

Your input is very much appreciated. Share it with your friends so they can enjoy it too!

Filter Reviews:
LT
08/11/2023
Lloyd T.
United States United States

A New Old Plant For My Collection

All was well as usual. I have been aware of this species, I just was not able to find a good enough specimen to purchase.. I always try to buy two if I can.

J
02/01/2022
Jug

Wow! This succulent grows so quickly

E
10/06/2021
Evan

Healthy and beautiful plants!

H
09/27/2021
Harlow

Plant that is both healthy and well-rooted! Thanks for getting back.

G
05/17/2021
Giselle

This plant has my heart. Thank you

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