Euphorbia cyparissias

Cypress Spurge

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A spreading perennial resembling cypress foliage with yellow bracts. Produces toxic milky sap. Popular in rock gardens; invasive potential requires control.
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Plant Details

Common Name Cypress Spurge
Family Euphorbiaceae
Genus Euphorbia
Species Cyparissias
Origin Europe / Western Asia
Blooming Spring to early summer, small yellow cyathia surrounded by bracts
Leaf Color Grey-green / Emerald green
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil. Tolerates poor and dry soils. Avoid waterlogging.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established. Water regularly during establishment, reduce in winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun to partial shade. Prefers bright conditions for best bract color.

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Fertilization

Low maintenance. Apply slow-release fertilizer in early spring if growth is weak.

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Pruning

Remove spent flowers to prevent self-seeding. Wear gloves due to toxic sap.

Pest Control Aphid Euphorbia Mite Slug Spittlebug

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 9 months
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Mar
Apr
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
14° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 45%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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