Euphorbia makallensis

sausage plant
Vigorously offsets, creating dense perfectly domed mounds. Geometric form improves with more sun.
Euphorbia makallensis
height 8–14in
width 2–5ft
tolerates Cool Summers, Drought, Deer , Gophers, Pots, Wind
water
needs		 Low
water
info		 Benefits from good drainage but not picky. Occasional warm-season irrigation will speed growth. Protect from prolonged winter wet.
hardy
to		 25F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor		 In or Out
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
fertilizing Low Needs
origin Ethiopia
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 12, 13, 16–24

Sunset Zones Map

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Species native to rocky limestone soils in high-altitude tropical desert and adapted to extremes of temperature and water stress.
As with all euphorbias, wash sap from skin or eyes immediately.

More Info

First described by botanists in 1981 from plants near Mekele, Ethiopia.