African Milk Tree
Common Name: African Milk Tree
Species Name: Euphorbia trigona
Family Name: Euphorbiaceae
Examples of African Milk Tree Euphorbia trigona
| Plant Facts | |
|---|---|
| Origin | Not Known |
| Sun Preference | Full Sun |
| Susceptibility | Stem or root rot if over watered |
ID Characteristics
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Leaf and Stem Characteristics
- Plant Height: 1-foot diameter, 4-foot height
- Leaves: Spathulate (wedge shaped at the base and rounded at the apex)
| Habitat/Ecology | |
|---|---|
| Soil Preference | Very well-drained |
| USDA Cold Hardiness Zone | 9 |
| Notes | Interesting plant for its architectural form; easy to grow with proper light levels |