Gopher Plant (Euphorbia biglandulosa)

Gopher Plant
Scientific Name: Euphorbia biglandulosa Desf.
Synonym: Euphorbia rigida
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
sunset: 4-24, 31, 32
USDA: 8b to 10

Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix
Minimum Avg. Temperature: 50°F (10°C)
Heat Tolerance: Resistant in Phoenix
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Origin: Africa
Growth Habits: Herbaceous perennial up to 2 feet tall (60 cm), 3 to 5 feet across (1.5 to 2.5 m)
Propagation: Seeds (will self seed if in good conditions), division

As with the other Euphorbias, its sap is poisonous. The stems should be removed when they die back or become floppy after setting seeds. New stems will grow.

Blooming Habits:
Yellow to pinkish flowers in late winter to early spring.

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