Description
Euphorbia berthelotii (also called Berthelot's Spurge, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to the Canary Islands. It has a thick, woody stem with long, narrow leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in rocky, dry areas and is often found in coastal regions.
Uses & Benefits
Euphorbia berthelotii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Euphorbia berthelotii is a small, yellow-green inflorescence, with a single pistil and several stamens. The seed is a small, three-lobed capsule, containing several small, dark-brown seeds. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euphorbia berthelotii is a succulent plant that can be propagated by seed or stem cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Water regularly during the growing season, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings. In winter, water sparingly.