Euphorbia piscidermis
| Euphorbia piscidermis | |
|---|---|
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Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Clade: | Angiosperms |
| Clade: | Eudicots |
| Clade: | Rosids |
| Order: | Malpighiales |
| Family: | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus: | Euphorbia |
| Species: | E. piscidermis |
| Binomial name | |
| Euphorbia piscidermis M.G.Gilbert | |
Euphorbia piscidermis is a species of plant native to the succulent scrublands of Ethiopa.[1]
Description
Euphorbia piscidermis is a succulent species of Euphorbia, often growing in clusters. Stems are up to 4" wide, and are round in shape. The stems have a very unique fish skin like look to them, making them sought after to collectors. Flowers form occasionally on the stem, developing into capsule-like fruits. Euphorbia gymnocalycioides, Euphorbia turbiniformis and Euphorbia horwoodii are considered the closest relatives to Euphorbia piscidermis.[2]
Habitat
Euphorbia piscidermis is found growing in the dry scrublands of euphorbia.
Cultivation
This species is difficult to cultivate on its own roots, so it is often grafted onto fast-growing Euphorbia species such as Euphorbia ingens or Euphorbia ammak.[3]
References
- ^ "Euphorbia piscidermis M.G.Gilbert | Plants of the World Online | Kew Science". Plants of the World Online. Retrieved 2025-07-24.
- ^ "Euphorbia piscidermis". www.llifle.net. Retrieved 2025-07-24.
- ^ "How to Care for and Cultivate Euphorbia Piscidermis Fish Skin". Succulent Zone. Retrieved 2025-07-24.