Turpin's Sandmat
Euphorbia turpinii
- Native to:
- Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Leeward Is., Puerto Rico, United States
iNaturalist: © stevemaldonadosilvestrini (iNaturalist #171740371)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Euphorbiaceae
- Genus:
- Euphorbia
- Species:
- Euphorbia turpinii
- USDA Symbol:
- CHTU
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Succulent
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- apr,may,jun
- Bloom Colors:
- green, yellow
Keystone Species Ranking
- Pollen Specialist Bee Keystone:
- ★★★★☆ Native pollen specialist bee species supported by this genus (NWF)
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to rocky outcrops and slopes