Creeping Spurge

Euphorbia myrsinites
  • Also Known As: Donkey Tail Spurge, Gopher Plant
  • Botanical Name: Euphorbia myrsinites
  • Plant Type: Perennial
  • Light Requirement: Full Sun
  • Water Demand: Low
  • Landscape Use: Container, Deer Resistant, Rock Garden, Salt Tolerant
  • Ornamental Color: Yellow
  • Native or Adapted: Adapted
  • Season: Winter, Spring
  • Deciduous or Evergreen: Evergreen
  • Plant Form: Spreading
  • Region: North Central Texas
  • Plant Spread: 1' - 2'
  • Plant Height: 0' - 1'

Description

Blue-green foliage is arranged in spirals. Very drought tolerant. Grows best in mineral-rich soils. Too much clay and organic matter will rot its roots. The plant will irritate the skin and is poisonous if ingested.

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