Euphorbia Enopla Cactus Plant

Pincushion Euphorbia

Origin

South Africa

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Description

Euphorbia Enopla is a heavily branching dioecious succulent shrub that grow to about 30-100 cm, much branched from the base, profusely covered with thick, prominent lovely long red spines.

It has large green stems that measure up to 1.2 inches in diameter. These stems can also appear grey or blue and rise principally from the ground and above near the base. 

The flowers can be yellow or red in color for male and female flowers respectively.

Environment

Suited for a warm and humid climate, this thrives best in a little shades sunlight and responds well to warmth. It requires water when the soil becomes dry to touch specially during growing season and during summers. Watering should be minimal during winters

Landscape

euphorbia is used for container Planting. Thematic Landscaping, Rockery