Spotted Spurge (Euphorbia Maculata) is a annual herb in the Euphorbiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

A low-growing, mat-forming annual weed with reddish stems and small leaves marked with a central maroon spot.

Spotted Spurge

Spotted Spurge

Euphorbia Maculata

A low-growing, mat-forming annual weed with reddish stems and small leaves marked with a central maroon spot.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover (unwanted), weed

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spotted Spurge

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
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Jun
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Jul
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Oct
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Dec
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Euphorbiaceae
Genus:Euphorbia