Split-Seeded Spurge
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(Euphorbia bifida)
Split-Seeded Spurge (Euphorbia bifida)
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曾昱承 Yu-Cheng Zeng
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Summary
Euphorbia bifida, commonly known as Split-seeded Spurge, is an annual herb native to Tropical & Subtropical Asia, Australia, and to the Western Pacific. It exhibits a moderate growth rate, reaching heights of 1-2 feet (0.3-0.6 meters) and spreading 1.6-2 feet (0.5-0.6 meters). The plant is characterized by its small, inconspicuous green or yellow flowers that appear in the summer, and its foliage is typically a vibrant green, adding a lush texture to garden settings.
Split-seeded Spurge is valued for its adaptability to various soil types and its drought tolerance once established, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens. It is often used in mixed borders, as a bedding plant, or for naturalizing areas. For optimal growth, it requires full sun exposure, and it adapts well to medium-draining clay, loam, or sandy soils. Gardeners should be cautious, as the milky sap of Euphorbia species can be irritating to skin and toxic if ingested.CC BY-SA 4.0
Split-seeded Spurge is valued for its adaptability to various soil types and its drought tolerance once established, making it a suitable choice for xeriscaping and low-maintenance gardens. It is often used in mixed borders, as a bedding plant, or for naturalizing areas. For optimal growth, it requires full sun exposure, and it adapts well to medium-draining clay, loam, or sandy soils. Gardeners should be cautious, as the milky sap of Euphorbia species can be irritating to skin and toxic if ingested.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Herb
- Height: 1-2 feet
- Width: 1.6-2 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: White
- Flowering Season: Fall
- Leaf Retention:
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Border Plant, Low Maintenance, Potted Plant
Natural Habitat
Native to savannas, grasslands, and forest margins in
Other Names
Common Names:
Scientific Names: Euphorbia bifida, Chamaesyce bifida, Chamaesyce coudercii, Chamaesyce harmandii, Chamaesyce macgillivrayi, Chamaesyce micradenia, Chamaesyce parannaquensis, Chamaesyce vachellii, Chamaesyce vachellii, Euphorbia backeri
GBIF Accepted Name: Euphorbia bifida