Euphorbia capsaintmariensis

Euphorbia capsaintmariensisEuphorbia capsaintmariensis Family: Euphorbiaceae. An unusual species from Madagascar with thick, wavy green to purple (usually on the underside) leaves. The plant forms numerous prostrate (creeping) stems that become quite long in time. The flowers are bell shaped with a unique beige brown color. Easy to grow. Put it in a well draining mix and water when the soil gets dry. In the winter cut back on water. Protect from frost. You will receive a plant

This is less common form with the yellow central spine sometimes seen in the species

Flowers in winter or early spring

As the plant matures the leaves develop prominent spines (see last image)

Individual heads reach around 4-6" diameter and clumps can live in 6-8" pots for years

The stems are square

They aren't as large and thick as A

It is shown growing in a 3

A real "must have" for every cactus collection

Use a well draining mix and water when the soil is nearly dry

and orangish spines

The smallest member of this unusual group of winter growing succulent perennials

The rest of the leaf is dark green