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Resin Spurge

Euphorbia resinifera, Euphorbiaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Shrub
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

ProducerPest ConfuserWindbreak

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Low (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8.2

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Hadramaut Bean CaperTetraena hadramautica
Pest DeterrentPhysical Support
Arabian Desert RoseAdenium arabicum
Pollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

African Candelabra TreeEuphorbia ammak

Euphorbia species produce allelopathic compounds that inhibit growth of related species and compete aggressively for water and nutrients.

Buckhorn ChollaCylindropuntia acanthocarpa

Euphorbia resin and latex compounds can inhibit cactus root development

Moss RosePortulaca grandiflora

Euphorbia's toxic compounds may inhibit moss rose growth while competing for shallow water resources

Uses

Functions

Resin ProductionLiving FenceErosion ControlFire Barrier

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Topical AnalgesicAnti-Inflammatory

Common Questions

What zones does Resin Spurge grow in?

Resin Spurge grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Resin Spurge?

Good companions for Resin Spurge include Hadramaut Bean Caper, Arabian Desert Rose.

Design guilds with Resin Spurge and see companion relationships visually.

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