Euphorbia Snowflake

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This particular plant has been separated from the main clump, guaranteeing you a pure form and not a hybrid.

It is reliably a male plant, which is important information for pollination!    While Euphorbias are usually either male or female (dioecious), sometimes these male 'Snowflakes' surprise you by throwing a few female flowers and setting seed.

Identifying the difference between male and female flowers can be tricky at first, but it gets easier once you know what to look for.

The simplest way to identify a Euphorbia is by the milky white sap released if the plant is damaged.   While this sap can be irritating, washing your hands quickly after contact is a safe and sensible precaution.

Unlike Cacti, the sharp parts of a Euphorbia usually won't puncture your skin easily.   Most species have separate male and female plants and produce small, often insignificant, flowers.