Euphorbia fulgens
Pronunciation: Yoo-for-bee-uh ful-jenz
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Common Name: Scarlet plume
Plant Type:
- trees, shrubs
Height to: 4'
Width to: 30"
USDA Hardiness Zones:
- 60 to 50ºF ZONE 12
- 70 to 60ºF ZONE 13
- 80 to 70ºF ZONE 14
Sun Exposure:
- part sun
- full sun
Bloom Season:
- early winter
- mid winter
- late winter
Bloom Description: Cyathia contain 5 widespreading, petal like scarlet nectar glands and are produced in cymes
Soil Type: Well drained, light soil
Toxic:
- Yes
Pests and Diseases: Several fungal and bacterial diseases. Nematodes, spider mites, aphids, mealybugs
Propagation: Sow seed as soon as ripe at 59-68f, or root complete stems, or sections of stems, in spring.
Native to: Mexico
Notes for Identification: This is an erect, open, deciduous shrub. Source: the american horticultural society a-z encyclopedia of garden plants
Located in: Succulents