Euphorbia enterophora ssp. crassa

milk bush
Velvety auburn new growth on flattened stems bring attention to this choice succulent shrub/small tree. Best in pots, or warmest, well-drained spot in the garden. Great houseplant.
height 3–10ft
width 2–5ft
tolerates Drought, Deer , Gophers, Heat, Pots, Rooftops, Wind
water
needs		 Low
water
info		 These euphorbias are very drought tolerant but will grow faster if they receive some summer water, usually every couple weeks to a month once established (let the plant dry out between waterings). If you aren’t getting summer growth you may be underwatering. These plants prefer a dry winter; outdoors in central California, they won’t need supplemental winter water once established.
hardy
to		 30F
exposure Part Sun – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
fertilizing All Purpose
origin Madagascar
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 13, 21–24, H2

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Bushy when young, treelike with age. Prune early to determine later form, but avoid toxic milky sap. Rinse immediately if contacted with skin or eyes. The upside to this toxic sap is that the plant is nearly immune to predation.
Plant loves heat.