Euphorbia lactea
Mottled Spurge
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Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia lactea) - Description
Euphorbia lactea (Mottled Spurge, Frilled Fan or Elkhorn) is a species of spurge native to tropical Asia, mainly in India. It is an erect shrub growing up to 5 m tall, with succulent branches 3–5 cm diameter, ridged, with a triangular or rhombic cross-section; the ridges are spiny, with short spines up to 5 mm long.
Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia lactea) - Blooming
All Euphorbia have very small flowers with one female flower clustered by several male flowers. The showy "flowers" of Euphorbia are colorful bracts beneath the true flowers.
Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia lactea) - Growth
An extremely varied genus, Euphorbia contains annuals, biennials, perennials, subshrubs, trees, and succulents. Most species do well in full sun and light shade, but some species may have other requirements.
Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia lactea) - Planting
Propagate perennials by division or by seeds. Sow seeds of annuals indoors 6-8 weeks before the last spring frost. For succulents, sow seeds when ripe at 59-69F (15-20C). Can also propagate by rooting complete or sections of stems in spring. Shrubs and tree species can be broadcasted by rooting stem-tip cuttings in spring or early summer.
Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia lactea) - Pest
Nematodes, spider mites, mealybugs, and aphids can cause serious damage. Other issues include fungal and bacterial diseases and virus problems.
Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia lactea) - Interesting facts
Euphorbia is one of the most diverse genera of plants, and named after an ancient Greek physician, Euphorbus, who gave an herbal remedy made from a spurge to treat the kings swollen belly. The common name spurge also comes from its use as an herbal purgative.
Mottled Spurge (Euphorbia lactea) - Soil and irrigation
Most perennials prefer loose, poor to average, well-drained soil. Different species have different requirements.
