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1Euphorbia mammillaris 'Variegata'
- Taxonomy
- Family: Euphorbiaceae · Genus: Euphorbia1
- Native distribution
- Africa, South Africa (W-Cape Prov., E-Cape Prov.), Cape Provinces, Brazil, South Africa, Western Cape, Eastern Cape3
- Synonyms
- 2
8 synonyms
- 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.
Still missing: plant type, natural habitat, height / growth form, flowering period, growth & dormancy period.
Sources (3)
- 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
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
Waterlowparent species data
Lightfull sunparent species data
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Min. temperature10 °Cparent species dataNo monthly schedule is shown because cultivar-/species-level data is not yet sufficient. The general values above are guidance only.
Euphorbia mammillaris tip: Handle with gloves: the white milky sap released when damaged is toxic and irritates skin and eyes.
Latex in the eye can cause serious injury – wear gloves!
Euphorbia mammillaris 'Variegata' – what to know
Euphorbia mammillaris 'Variegata' is a cultivar of Euphorbia mammillaris (Euphorbiaceae). Care guidelines: light: full sun; water: low; min. 10 °C. One Perfect Plants Club member grows it (1 photos). 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 'Variegata'?
Sparingly: let the soil dry out completely between waterings, and water even less in winter.
How much light does Euphorbia mammillaris 'Variegata' need?
It needs plenty of direct sun – the sunniest window, or outdoors in summer, suits it best.
How cold can Euphorbia mammillaris 'Variegata' get?
Keep it above 10 °C – it is frost-tender and needs a frost-free spot in winter.
Is Euphorbia mammillaris 'Variegata' 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 'Variegata' 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?
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Average watering interval
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Who grows it?
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Questions about this species
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Data sources: GBIF.org – Euphorbia mammillaris (CC BY 4.0) · Care data is for guidance only.
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