Euphorbia atropurpurea
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Common names: MILKWEED, SPURGE
Native to: Canary Islands
Sentiment: persistence
Plant
Type: cactus or succulent
Forms: clumping, erect
Leaves evergreen
Max height: 5 feet
Max width: 7.75 feet
Flower
blue/green, red
Leaf
green
Horticulture
Attracts wildlife: adult butterfly, specific butterfly species
Plant features: evergreen
Exposure: light shade, sun
Propagates by: seed
flowers in spring
Soil acidity: acidic
Soil type: well drained
USDA Zone: zone 9 to +20 f
Temp. range: +20 to +30 °F
Water: drought tolerant, dry
Butterflies that feed on this plant