It has round green and purple banded, spineless stems with 8 to 12 ribs. It occasionally offsets from the base. It is very similar in look to E. obesa, but with small yellow flowers on long peduncles which dry and persist on the plant after blooming, It is quite common in cultivation, though less so than its relative E. obesa. Both species need male and female plants in order to set seed.
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: Zwartkops River, north-west of Port Elizabeth
Growth habits: Slow growing, once established it is content.
Watering needs: Water sparingly during the summer months and keep dry in winter.
Sun exposure: Full sun
Origin: Zwartkops River, north-west of Port Elizabeth
Growth habits: Slow growing, once established it is content.
Watering needs: Water sparingly during the summer months and keep dry in winter.
| Blooming Season | Spring and summer |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Melon spurge |
| Dormancy | Winter |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Flower | Pink |
| Frost Tolerance | -1°c |
| Growth Rate | Slow growth |
| Hardiness Zone | 10-11 |
| Height | 6-12 in. (15-30 Cm) |
| Origin | Grahamstown |
| Pot Size | 3.5" |
| Scientific Name | Euphorbia meloformis variegata |
| Shape | - |
| Sun Exposure | Light shade |
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FS
05/30/2022
Fred S.
United StatesEuphorbia Meloformis
Beautiful plant, arrived in perfect condition. Liked it enough to buy a second one...
MW
03/28/2022
Mark W.
United StatesAwesome specimen!
I recently received a Euphorbia meloformis variegata and I have to say this is an awesome specimen. Was very similar to the one pictured, has one large specimen and a pup.
DP
08/17/2021
David P.
United StatesEye Catcher
This little guy really stands out in my collection!
VW
07/27/2021
Virginia W.
United StatesEuphorbia meloformis
Gorgeous coloring and affordable pricing. Received in blink of an eye. Plant came potted. Packaged securely; no loose dirt in box. Have more orders in with PD