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Succulent Euphorbias

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By Hywel


Succulent Euphorbias

They are not cacti, they are succulent Euphorbias, that are adapted to growing in arid conditions.
They are native to Africa - mostly the southern area.
From L to R ...
Euphorbia aeruginosa
Euphorbia globosa
Euphorbia horrida
Euphorbia avas montana
Euphorbia enopla
Euphorbia suzannae X bupleurifolia



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I was always fascinated by this family of plants it has about 2,000 members and is so diverse. I was shocked when I learned (many years back) that poinsettia is one of them.
That is a nice collection Hywel.

25 Aug, 2016

 

Thank you :)

25 Aug, 2016

 

It is.....I agree.

25 Aug, 2016

 

Those are all good long term potted plants. Klahani posted a great old E. aeruginosa in Mexico in a pot.
The E.enopla grows to a nice 2' or so in time.
Good luck.

1 Sep, 2016

 

Thank you :)

1 Sep, 2016

 

They all so cute! They do stay small in pots. In the ground many species grow very tall and tree-like.

4 Sep, 2016



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