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Euphorbiaceae

Griffith's Spurge

Euphorbia griffithii

warmth and energy.

Family
Euphorbiaceae
Genus
Euphorbia
Native to
Himalayas, Bhutan, Tibet
Bloom season
Spring, Summer
Type
herbaceous perennial
Height
60-90 cm
Sunlight
full sun to partial shade
Soil
moist, well-drained, fertile
Water
moderate
Hardiness
4-9
Lifespan
perennial

Did you know

  • It is one of the few euphorbias with warm-toned bracts, producing vivid orange-red flower heads unusual for the genus.
  • The cultivar 'Fireglow' is the most popular form, named for its intensely fiery orange bracts.
  • The plant spreads by underground runners and can be quite vigorous in moist, rich soils.
  • It was named after William Griffith, a 19th-century British botanist who explored the Himalayas.
  • The foliage turns attractive shades of red and orange in autumn, giving it a second season of interest.

Color meanings

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warmth

1

energy

2

passion

3

vitality

Uses

  • border planting
  • color accent
  • cottage gardens
  • mixed perennial beds