Botanical Name: Euphorbia cotinifolia
Common Name: Carribean Copper Plant Type of Plant: Dicot: tree Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape shrubby tree with loose structure, large coarse foliage and vivid purple colored foliage Height 10-15' Spread 10-15' Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun – prefers a warm, frost-free area Soil prefers well-drained soils Hardiness tender; zones 21-24 Morphology: Leaves usually whorled - ovate to orbicular 3-5" long on long petioles - wine red to purple to brownish-green Flowers tiny flowers in axillary umbels Fruit small oblong fruit Propagation: seed, soft wood cuttings Usage: accent tree for brightly colored foliage, dramatic form – good in tropical areas, raised planters, warm protected spots in containers Landscape Care: Watering average water – tolerates occasional drought Fertilizing slow-release at planting Pruning head back to remove dead wood from frost damage Pests/Diseases sap is very poisonous Special Conditions/Other Origin: Mexico/South America Family: Euphorbiaceae Notes: |
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