Euphorbia aeruginosa is a small, spiny succulent species native to the Northern Cape Province of South Africa, where it grows among rocky quartzite outcrops in arid, sun-exposed habitats. It forms sprawling, multi-branched clumps of thin, upright to decumbent stems that are distinctly blue-green in colour, often with a powdery bloom. The stems are lined with prominent ridges bearing sharp, reddish paired spines, and under bright conditions, the plant may take on a purplish hue. Small yellow cyathia are produced near the stem tips during the growing season, typically in spring and summer.
Care Tips:
Light – Requires full sun or bright filtered light; strong light enhances colour and compactness
Water – Water deeply but infrequently; always allow soil to dry thoroughly between waterings
Humidity – Best in dry conditions; avoid overly humid environments
Media – Use a well-draining mix with added sand, grit, or pumice
Temperature – Maintain above 10°C; protect from frost and prolonged cold
Fertiliser – Feed with a diluted cactus fertiliser during the active growing season
Repotting – Repot only when rootbound or when soil has degraded
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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