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African Milk Bush (Euphorbia grantii)

Euphorbia grantii, the African Milk Bush, is a succulent shrub from East Africa, noted for its architectural form and yellow-green flowers.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect sunlight.

Watering

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix. A sandy loam with good aeration is ideal.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect sunlight.

Can tolerate some direct morning sun.

Water

Allow soil to dry out between waterings.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix. A sandy loam with good aeration is ideal.

Temperature

Prefers warm temperatures.

Avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed during growing season.

Use diluted balanced fertilizer.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub, Succulent

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Pot, Ground

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

1-2 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Succulent

Flower Size

0.5 cm

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Synonyms
Euphorbia mulemae Rendle
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyEuphorbiaceae
  • genusEuphorbia
  • speciesEuphorbia grantii
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 6/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Edible

No

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