Leafy spurge
Euphorbia esula
An aggressive, yellow-blooming perennial with toxic milky sap.
- Plant Type
- Perennials & Annuals
- Width
- 1-2 Ft.
- Height
- 2-4 Ft.
- USDA hardiness zone
- 3 - 9
- Sun requirements
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Design image count
- 5
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Euphorbia esula, known as leafy spurge, is a vigorous herbaceous perennial characterized by its erect, smooth stems and narrow, lance-shaped foliage. It produces distinctive umbrella-like clusters of small, yellow-green bracts from late spring through summer. This species is highly adaptable, thriving in full sun to part shade and various soil types. All parts contain a toxic milky sap that can irritate skin. Its deep, extensive root system makes it a formidable and invasive presence in many landscapes.