Hairy-Fruit Spurge

Euphorbia cuphosperma

Hairy-Fruit Spurge

Patrick Alexander from Las Cruces, NM

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Euphorbiaceae
Genus:
Euphorbia
Species:
Euphorbia cuphosperma

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Annual
Growth Habit:
Forb/herb , Succulent
Height:
2-3 ft
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug, sep, oct
Bloom Colors:
White, Red, Pink, Green

Native Range

United States: Arizona, New Mexico

Keystone Species Ranking

Bee Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Based on number of native bee species using this genus for pollen and nectar (Source: National Wildlife Federation)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate