An unusual, highly desirable Euphorbia - Prized for the look! This Euphorbia is like a winding staircase.
Euphorbia 'Spiralis' forms grayish green stems with spiralling ribs and small deciduous leaves. Long persistent flower peduncles give surrealistic alien look. It is native to most of Soqtoorra (Yemen) in the sparse and windswept vegetation on exposed parts of the limestone plateau. Altitude at sea-level to 700 m. This cactus-like plant is the only spiny succulent on Soqotra. It is a fairly common plant in dry open areas over much of Soqotra. The specific epithet spiralis coined by Balfour refers to the spiralling of the stem in specimens he observed, however, stems can be either straight or spiraling and, in fact, spiralling of the stem seems rather rare. Requires bright light for best appearance, and in winter much less water should be given. Protect from frost. All Euphorbias contain a white sap that can be irritating to eyes and mucous membranes. If contact is made with this white sap, take care to not touch face or eyes before washing hands with soap and water. Responds well to warmth, with its active growth period in the late spring and summer months. Porous soil with adequate drainage. Requires bright light for best appearance, and should be given a winter resting period at which time less water should be given. Protect from frost.

Euphorbia Spiralis - $8.99