{"product_id":"euphorbia-clava","title":"Euphorbia clava","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEuphorbia clava\u003c\/i\u003e is native to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/b\u003e, specifically localized in the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"73\"\u003eEastern Cape Province\u003c\/b\u003e. It is commonly found in the coastal and inland regions between Port Elizabeth and East London. It was first formally described by Nikolaus Joseph von Jacquin in 1784.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHabitat\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eIn its natural environment, this species thrives in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"52\"\u003evalley bushlands, rocky slopes, and coastal scrub\u003c\/b\u003e. It often grows in well-drained, sandy, or stony soils, frequently sheltered by taller shrubs or nestled in thickets. The climate in its native range is characterized by moderate rainfall and mild temperatures, allowing the plant to maintain its succulent stems year-round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEuphorbia clava\u003c\/i\u003e is a striking, perennial succulent known for its architectural, \"mace-like\" form and palm-like foliage crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eStem \u0026amp; Trunk:\u003c\/b\u003e It typically grows as a solitary, unbranched \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eclub-shaped (clavate)\u003c\/b\u003e stem that tapers toward the base and thickens significantly toward the apex. As it matures, the stem becomes \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"190\"\u003elignified (woody)\u003c\/b\u003e at the base. It can reach a height of 30–60 cm. The surface is covered in prominent, spirally arranged \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"311\"\u003ehexagonal tubercles\u003c\/b\u003e (leaf scars).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e It produces a dense rosette of long, slender, and linear \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003eleaves\u003c\/b\u003e at the top of the stem, giving it the appearance of a miniature palm tree. The leaves are bright green and can grow up to 10–15 cm long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlowers (Cyathia):\u003c\/b\u003e The inflorescences are unique, appearing on \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003elong, sturdy peduncles\u003c\/b\u003e (up to 10 cm) that emerge from the leaf axils. Each peduncle bears a greenish-yellow cyathium protected by three large, leaf-like bracts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCultivation:\u003c\/b\u003e This is a relatively hardy and fast-growing Euphorbia. It requires \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"80\"\u003efull sun to bright indirect light\u003c\/b\u003e to prevent the stem from becoming too thin. It prefers a mineral-rich, well-draining substrate and regular watering during the summer growth phase, with a drier rest period in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BotanicalCollector","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47366079840509,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0785\/3552\/4605\/files\/euphorbia-clava_9_971be85a-7ea4-412a-bf97-22863c62dea7.jpg?v=1775812189","url":"https:\/\/www.botanicalcollector.com\/products\/euphorbia-clava","provider":"BotanicalCollector","version":"1.0","type":"link"}