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0Euphorbia mammillaris L.
- Taxonomy
- Family: Euphorbiaceae · Genus: Euphorbia9
- Plant type
- Succulent shrub.
- Native distribution
- South Africa, the southern regions of the Cape.11
- Natural habitat
- Primarily found in subtropical biomes.
- Height / growth form
- Succulent shrub.
- Synonyms
- 10
9 synonyms
- Euphorbia mammillaris
- Euphorbia enneagona Haw.
- Euphorbia erosa Willd.
- Euphorbia latimammillaris Croizat
- Euphorbia mammillaris Haw.
- Euphorbia mammillaris spinosior A.Berger
- Euphorbia mammillaris submammillaris A.Berger
- Euphorbia platymammillaris Croizat
- Treisia erosa (Willd.) Haw.
Euphorbia mammillaris is a plant species endemic to Cape Province of South Africa. Euphorbia mammillaris, also known as African or Indian corn-cob, is a fast-growing shrublet, with thick stems that are chalky green, erect and ribbed.
Still missing: flowering period, growth & dormancy period.
Sources (15)
- Kew – Plants of the World Online – Euphorbia mammillaris
- IPNI – Euphorbia mammillaris
- Foliage Factory – Euphorbia mammillaris
- Foliage Factory – Euphorbia mammillaris
- Foliage Factory – Euphorbia mammillaris
- Foliage Factory – Euphorbia mammillaris
- World of Succulents – Euphorbia mammillaris
- World of Succulents – Euphorbia mammillaris
- GBIF Backbone Taxonomy – Euphorbia mammillaris · Scientific name · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – synonyms · Synonyms · CC BY 4.0
- GBIF – distributions (Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS); Catalogue of Life; The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)) · Native distribution · CC BY 4.0
- Wikidata – Q4301008 · CC0
- Wikimedia Commons – Euphorbia mammillaris - Gaiser Conservatory (Manito Park) - IMG 7010.JPG · Public domain
- Wikipedia (de) – Euphorbia mammillaris · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Wikipedia (en) – Euphorbia mammillaris · CC BY-SA 4.0
Automatic data comes from the open sources above, credited per their licences. Care experience is shown separately below.
Tips & experience from members
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How members water it
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How it thrives
Waterlow
Lightfull sun
Humiditylow
Min. temperature10 °CNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Handle with gloves: the white milky sap released when damaged is toxic and irritates skin and eyes.
Cultivars of Euphorbia mammillaris
Latex in the eye can cause serious injury – wear gloves!
Euphorbia mammillaris – what to know
Euphorbia mammillaris – family: Euphorbiaceae, genus: Euphorbia. Native range: South Africa, the southern regions of the Cape. Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. 10 °C. For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
All Euphorbia species in the catalog →Detailed toxicity data →
Frequently asked questions
How often should I water Euphorbia mammillaris?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Euphorbia mammillaris need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Euphorbia mammillaris get?
Keep it above 10 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Euphorbia mammillaris toxic to cats and dogs?
For cats: moderately toxic; for dogs: moderately toxic. Keep it out of reach and call a vet straight away if you suspect poisoning.
When does Euphorbia mammillaris flower?
According to the general guideline for the genus Euphorbia: Typical flowering time: April, May, June, July, August.
What members’ data shows
When does it really bloom?
No blooms logged yet. If yours flowers, your data will be the first!
Average watering interval
Not enough watering logs yet. Waterings logged in the care hub feed this chart.
Questions about this species
Euphorbia
Data sources: GBIF.org – Euphorbia mammillaris (CC BY 4.0) · Wikidata – Q4301008 (CC0) · Wikimedia Commons – Euphorbia mammillaris - Gaiser Conservatory (Manito Park) - IMG 7010.JPG (Public domain) · Wikipedia – Euphorbia mammillaris (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Care data is for guidance only.
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