Moroccan Mound (Euphorbia Resinifera)
BOTANICAL NAME
Euphorbia resinifera
ORIGIN
Africa, Morocco
WATER
Water when soil is almost dry from spring to early autumn, Seldom in winter (I’m cool to Be caught In the rain if I have good drainage)
OUTDOORS
Full day sun, bring it on! I’d also do great in ‘partial sun’
INDOORS
Not recommended, unless drenched with sun
FROST TOLERANT
Low-medium tolerance
GROWTH RATE
Moderate, Growing up to 60cm tall and over 1m diameter
POPULARITY
Popular
FLOWERS
Annual small yellow flowers once mature
PETS & CHILDREN
Position with caution, away from foot traffic. Risk to children and pets; avoid sap from eyes/skin
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Growing up to approximately 60cm in height, the Euphorbia Resinifera, known more commonly as The Moroccan Mound, is a low-growing succulent that depends on good drainage and lighting. This plant is one of the oldest documented medical plants of all the Euphorbia species and has a long history of cultivation. Like most Euphorbia plants, the Moroccan Mound displays small yellow blooms throughout early spring.
Cactus Vision strongly suggests growing this species in a bright outdoor area or indoors with 4+ hours of direct sun (minimum). The Moroccan Mound is heat tolerant and perfect for areas that tend to fry other plants over summer. For inland areas, this Euphorbia isn't a bad choice - the Moroccan Mound can withstand temperatures as low as -3 degrees C. For prolonged frost, however, we suggest covering your cacti with a hessian bag for protection from frost burn, or you'll be left with a frosty cactus.
