Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Euphorbiaceae

Genus:

Euphorbia

Species:

Euphorbia hexagona

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Annual

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Succulent

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

jul, aug, sep, oct

Bloom Colors:

White, Red, Green

Native Range

United States: Arkansas, Colorado, Delaware, Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming

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

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to sandy soils in dry regions