Euphorbia meloformis is a globose to short-columnar succulent species native to the Eastern Cape of South Africa, where it inhabits exposed, rocky slopes in semi-arid conditions. It typically forms a solitary, ball-shaped stem with shallow vertical ribs lined by paired reddish spines. The stem ranges in colour from grey-green to glaucous green and may take on purplish tints under stress. In contrast to some other South African Euphorbias, it does not produce offsetting clumps readily. Yellow-green cyathia are borne near the crown during the growing season, often appearing in small clusters on mature plants.
Care Tips:
Light – Requires bright light to full sun; promotes colour and compact shape
Water – Water deeply and infrequently; always allow the soil to dry out fully
Humidity – Thrives in dry air; avoid high humidity and poor ventilation
Media – Use a well-drained cactus mix with added grit or pumice
Temperature – Maintain above 10°C; protect from frost and damp conditions
Fertiliser – Apply diluted cactus fertiliser during spring and summer
Repotting – Repot only when rootbound or when soil becomes compacted
Additional Notes:
Known to be toxic
Shipping Schedule and Biosecurity Information
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Dispatch & Shipping Information
Non-Biosecurity States (QLD, NSW, ACT, VIC, SA): We now offer two dispatches per week for these regions:
Tuesday Dispatch: Orders placed by Sunday 11:59 PM AEST.
Friday Dispatch: Orders placed by Wednesday 11:59 PM AEST. Orders placed after these cut-offs will be dispatched on the next available day.
Biosecurity States (WA, NT, TAS): These orders require mandatory biosecurity treatment (PHC) and follow a specific weekly schedule:
Cut-off: Orders must be placed by Thursday 11:59 PM AEST.
Dispatch Day: Orders are processed over the weekend and dispatched on Tuesday.
Plant Health Certification (PHC) Fees:
$20 fee applies to WA orders.
$10 fee applies to NT and TAS orders. This fee is per order (not per plant) and is included in your shipping costat checkout.
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