Caper Spurge,Mole Plant. An erect perennial with narrow, waxy, blue-green leaves, flowers with green bracts, followed by caper-like fruit. Max Height 30cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to June. Fruits August. Full sun. Hardy. CAUTION skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Euphorbia lathyris
An erect perennial with narrow, waxy, blue-green leaves, flowers with green bracts, followed by caper-like fruit.
Additional information
| Generic | Euphorbia |
|---|---|
| Species | lathyris |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Caper Spurge, Mole Plant |
| Flower Colour | green |
| Soil | Light |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Biennial |
| Height | 30cm, 1.2m |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | blue, green |
| Flowers From | May, June |
| Colour Fruit | green |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | CAUTION skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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