Balsam Spurge (Euphorbia Balsamifera) is a perennial shrub, succulent in the Euphorbiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.
Euphorbia balsamifera is a semi-succulent shrub native to the Canary Islands and parts of North Africa, known for its branching habit and milky sap.
Balsam Spurge
Euphorbia Balsamifera
Euphorbia balsamifera is a semi-succulent shrub native to the Canary Islands and parts of North Africa, known for its branching habit and milky sap.
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