Euphorbia lambii

truffula tree
Eye-catching evergreen mini-tree with tufted branches tipped by green disk-shaped blossoms in spring. Perfect potted tree, carefree garden shrub in sun or bright shade.
Euphorbia lambiiEuphorbia lambiiEuphorbia lambii
height 7–9ft
width 6–10ft
tolerates Drought, Deer , Gophers, Heat, Pots, Neglect, Wind
water
needs
Low
water
info
Being from the Canary Islands this plant is perfectly adapted to California, often establishing itself over time and needing little or supplemental water along the coast.

Water this plant infrequently, when the top two inches or so of soil feel dry. Usually this will mean every week or two in dry weather. If you establish this pattern over several years, then you can cut back to watering every four to six weeks in dry weather. Use drippers, emitters, or a slow stream of water so that it doesn’t run off; allow the water to trickle all the way down through the deepest layers of soil. This plant will look more lush if given water every two to four weeks during dry weather once established. In a pot slowly water the entire surface until water comes out of the bottom of your pot.
hardy
to
25F
exposure Part Shade – Full Sun
indoor
outdoor
Outdoor
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix, Tolerates Sandy Soil
fertilizing All Purpose, Low Needs
origin Canary Islands
california
native
No
sunset
zones
15–24

Sunset Zones Map

Outdoor Exposure Guide

OUTDOOR EXPOSURE GUIDE

Full Sun
Six or more hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Shade
Three to five hours of sun beams directly landing on the plant's leaves.

Part Sun
One to two hours of sun beams directly landing on the plants leaves.

Full Shade
The plant is never fully lit by sun beams, but is in a bright spot or has dappled sunbeams playing over the leaves throughout the day.

Deep Shade
The plant never has dappled light on the leaves, and is in a place that feels dim, even on a nice sunny day.

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Fast growing, especially when young.
Each time this plant blooms it branches with many symmetrical branches. This creates a mesmerizing pattern over time. By thinning out some branches you can create many interesting forms. Take care when pruning, as euphorbias have toxic sap that can cause a skin rash or damage to the eyes (make sure to rinse repeatedly with water if sap gets anywhere near your eyes). This sap also prevents predation from gophers and deer.
Will re-seed lightly around the garden. Let these babies grow if they land in a fortuitous location, but otherwise they are easy enough to pull out.