Euphorbia pulvinata

Euphorbia pulvinata

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Common Names

Prickly-leaved Cushion Euphorbia (english)

Taxonomy

Family EUPHORBIACEAE
Genus Euphorbia
Species pulvinata
SA Plant Number
Basionym Euphorbia pulvinata

Description

Euphorbia pulvinata is a very hardy flat succulent plant that forms compact cushion-like mounds of stout, angled stems with spines on the ridges. The leaves are barely noticeable as the green stems take on the process of photosynthesis.

It bears yellow flowers in spring and summer that attract a whole host of insects.

Plant in a rockery, succulent bed or container. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun and although it is a succulent, water once every 7 to 10 days in summer.

Plant Size 50cm

Wildlife

Plants for Pollinators: The flowers attract a host of pollinating insects to the garden.

Uses

Landscaping: Striking and unusual succulent plant for containers, succulent beds or rocky gardens. Can also be used as a component of a rocky grassland.

Distribution

Eastern Cape, Free State, KwaZulu Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga

Natural Habitat Rocky outcrops and grassland

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