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Euphorbia globosa - Euphorbia cactus

Euphorbia globosa
Globose euphorbia, globose spurge

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This dwarf South African succulent plant features light green stems shaped like small globes, forming a dense, cushion-like clump. Very bright light is essential to prevent it from losing its globular shape, with stems stretching unattractively. Provide it with a well-draining substrate and moderate watering. Its sap is toxic; handle this euphorbia with care.  
Watering frequency
Low (once a fortnight)
Indoor exposure
Direct bright light, Direct sunlight
Benefits and advantages
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Benefits and advantages
Requires little water

Description

Euphorbia globosa, the Globose Spurge, is a dwarf succulent plant native to South Africa. Valued for its unique style, it consists of light green stems swollen into small globes or cylindrical segments, densely clustered to form a compact cushion. This variety will delight succulent enthusiasts looking for an original and easy-to-grow species for indoors, though be aware it tends to stretch its rounded stems into a more club-like elongated shape. Its slow growth and small size make it well-suited to confined spaces and miniature plant collections.

Belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family, Euphorbia globosa or Dactylanthes globosa is a succulent plant native to South Africa, specifically the Eastern Cape province in the Port Elizabeth and Uitenhage regions. It grows naturally on small rocky hills near the coast, in dense scrubland and semi-arid environments. This drought-adapted species can tolerate temperatures up to 40°C. Unfortunately, its natural habitat is threatened by coastal development, leading to its classification as an endangered species on the South African Red List. Euphorbia globosa is a dwarf plant forming compact cushions. Its spherical or slightly cylindrical stems typically measure between 2.5 and 4 cm long and up to 3 cm in diameter. The entire plant can reach a maximum height of 8 cm and spread 25-30 cm when well-established. Its light green, thorn-free stems are tightly clustered, creating a dense cushion or mat-like appearance. The plant produces small greenish-yellow flowers, called cyathia, measuring about 10 mm across, borne on prominent peduncles at the stem tips during the growing season.

To cultivate Euphorbia globosa indoors, it's essential to provide very bright light – a spot near a south or west-facing window is recommended to ensure healthy growth and encourage flowering. Use a well-draining substrate, such as a specialised cactus or succulent mix, possibly enhanced with perlite to optimise drainage and prevent waterlogging. Water moderately, allowing the substrate to dry completely between waterings to avoid root rot. In winter, reduce watering frequency as the plant enters dormancy. Euphorbia globosa prefers temperatures between 18°C and 24°C, with a minimum of 10°C, and is not frost-hardy. Handle with gloves, as its white sap is toxic and may cause skin irritation upon contact.

Euphorbia globosa pairs well with other miniature succulents like Lithops, Haworthia or Gasteria in a low-maintenance arrangement. For contrasting forms, it can be placed alongside columnar cacti or Candelabra Spurge, for example.

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Foliage

Foliage colour green
Foliage persistence Evergreen

Plant habit

Growth habit Bushy
Height at maturity 8 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate slow

Flowering

Flower colour yellow
Flowering time May to September

Botanical data

Genus

Euphorbia

Species

globosa

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Other common names

Globose euphorbia, globose spurge

Origin

South Africa

Safety measures

Potential risks Plant that can cause skin and mucous membrane reactions
Toxic plant
Irritating sap
Product reference242010

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Location

Place it in a south or west-facing position, near an uncurtained window, with several hours of direct sunlight.

Location

Indoor exposure Direct bright light, Direct sunlight
For which room? Office, Lounge, Veranda
Growth habit Bushy
Height at maturity 8 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate slow
Low temperature tolerance Frost protection (cold greenhouse), >10°C (temperate greenhouse)
Humidity level Moderate (40-60%), Dry (<40%)

Maintenance and care

Water moderately, allowing the compost to dry out between waterings. In winter, reduce watering to once a month. In summer, do not let the compost dry out completely.

Potting advice, substrates and fertilisers

Repot preferably in early spring, every 2 to 3 years, or when the young plant outgrows its pot.
Use a succulent compost mix with well-draining elements such as coarse sand or perlite. Ensure the pot has drainage holes.
Apply a liquid fertiliser specially formulated for succulent plants (low in nitrogen, for example NPK 2-7-7) once a month during the growth period, in spring and summer.

Disease and pest advice

In case of a mealybug infestation, gently clean the affected areas with a cotton bud soaked in 70% alcohol. Also ensure the growing medium is well-draining to avoid excess moisture.

Maintenance and care

Watering frequency Low (once a fortnight)
Fogging 1 time a week
Type of soil Cactus potting soil
Pests and diseases Mealybugs
Susceptibility to diseases Low
Ease of cultivation Beginner

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