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Euphorbia antisyphilitica

Candelilla

This Chihuahuan Desert native is a great grass alternative and or low profile curb plant. The stems are upright, but as the plant grows, are pushed creating an attractive sprawl. The outer edge of the plant can be pruned yearly to keep the growth upright. As with many Euphorbias, the milky sap may be irritating to the skin.

  • Leafless succulent
  • Small white flowers with pink centers
  • Blooms in spring through summer
  • Radiant heat and drought tolerant