Cypress Spurge

tall, thin stems with long flat needles extending in all directions
Cypress Spurge

Nyla Martin
used with permission

 
Cypress Spurge (Euphorbia cyparissias)

This non-native plant is yellow, requires direct sunlight, and is deer resistant. This plant produces a sap that can be poisonous or a mild irritant, depending on the plant. The flowers are seen from spring to early summer and age to a red color, the longer the plant stays in the sun. This plant is mostly found along the east coast and can survive in locations with little to no water or maintenance, causing it to be invasive and unwanted in many places.

Last updated: February 19, 2025

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