Water
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of death for Resin Spurge. Water thoroughly when dry, ensuring good drainage.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Also known as African Spurge
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Resin Spurge (Euphorbia resinifera) is a succulent cactus-like plant native to Morocco, known for its columnar stems and milky latex.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers bright, direct sunlight for optimal growth and flowering.
Infrequent
25% intensity
Allow soil to dry completely between waterings; reduce in winter.
Well-draining, sandy or gravelly soil
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers warm temperatures during the growing season; can tolerate cooler, dry conditions in winter.
Low
25% intensity
Fertilize sparingly only during the active growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
The milky sap is a skin and eye irritant and toxic if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Overwatering is the most common cause of death for Resin Spurge. Water thoroughly when dry, ensuring good drainage.
Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
Prune to shape the plant or remove dead or damaged stems. Wear gloves and eye protection as the sap is a skin irritant. Make cuts cleanly with a sharp knife or shears. Pruning is best done in spring or early summer.
Propagate by stem cuttings taken in spring or early summer. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Roots typically form within a few weeks. Use gloves when handling the plant.
Repot every 2-3 years, or when the plant outgrows its container. Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one.
Repot in spring, handling with care due to sap.
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Photos of Resin Spurge (Euphorbia resinifera)
Where Resin Spurge (Euphorbia resinifera) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Euphorbia |
| Species | Euphorbia resinifera |
Similar in genus Euphorbia
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