Euphorbia procumbens

Euphorbia procumbens
Euphorbia procumbens

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Botanical name: Euphorbia procumbens

Euphorbia procumbens, known as ‘melkbol’ in Afrikaans meaning ‘milk ball’, is a unique succulent native to sunny grasslands, particularly in the Western and Eastern Cape regions. It features a plump, central stem from which evenly spaced branches radiate, adorned with small, pointed protuberances giving it a medusa-head appearance. Adapted to sandy soils, this plant exhibits a seasonal leaf-shedding behavior and produces inconspicuous flowers characterized by green or red segments.

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Family: Euphorbiaceae
Type: creeper, succulent
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