Kauai Spurge 🛑 Endangered

Euphorbia haeleeleana

Native to:
Hawaii, United States

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Euphorbiaceae
Genus:
Euphorbia
Species:
Euphorbia haeleeleana
USDA Symbol:
EUHA2

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Tree
Height:
500 cm
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
Low
Bloom Colors:
green

Keystone Species Ranking

Pollen Specialist Bee Keystone:
★★★★☆ Native pollen specialist bee species supported by this genus (NWF)

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
well-drained, rocky or sandy soil
pH:
5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
dry to moderate
Notes:
native to dry, rocky slopes and ridges