Euphorbia bicompactaBruyns
Green African Milk Bush
Euphorbia bicompactavar.bicompacta , Synadenium compactum
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Family : EuphorbiaceaeSubfamily : EuphorbioideaeTribe : EuphorbieaeSubtribe : EuphorbiinaeGenus : Euphorbia
Euphorbia bicompactais endemic toKenyaandRwanda .
Euphorbia bicompactais a succulent shrub or small Sir Herbert Beerbohm Tree with thick , erect , sarcoid trunk and side branches that bear greenish leaves . It can uprise up to 23 feet ( 7 m ) magniloquent . The leaves are succulent and can grow up to 7 inches ( 17.5 cm ) long .
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The violent flower seem in clusters on short , branched stalks near the tip of the branches in summer and fall .
USDA hardiness zones10a to 11b : from 30 ° F ( −1.1 ° C ) to 50 ° F ( +10 ° C ) .
Euphorbias are very easy to care for . These plant take a slight pampering to become established , but once they are , they are self - sufficient . More die from too much concern and tearing than from neglect . Euphorbias needwell - drain soiland lot of sun . They are not particular about territory pH but can not tolerate wet soil . Unlike most succulents , Euphorbiadoes not manage long periods of drought well . It may need weekly lacrimation during the summertime . Waterwhenever the soil is dry several inches below the surface . Water profoundly , but do n’t rent them sit down in wet territory , which can cause root rot . Add some constitutional matter or fertilizer to the planting hole . flow with a half - strength plant food monthly if you are acquire them in container or your filth is poor .
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These succulents can be grown from seed , but they can be hard to evolve ( or even regain ) . They are usually propagated by cuttings . This can be knavish because of the exuding sap . Rooting internal secretion is urge withEuphorbias . They tend to turn problem - costless , but a few pests and diseases are to be alert for .
Learn more atHow to Grow and Care for Euphorbia .
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