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Euphorbia antisyphillitica
Candelilla is a tufted perennial usually growing 1-1 1/2 ft. tall but occasionally reaching 3 ft. The numerous, rarely branched, waxy stems resemble a cluster of slender, pale-green candles. Tiny, narrow leaves, present only on new growth, fall off early and, along with the flowers, are inconspicuous. The small white flowers, deep pink at the base, 1/16–1/8 inch across, grow near the tips of the stems. This plant is in the same genus as the holiday favorite Poinsettia.
Planting along city walking trail.
Spotted on Oct 19, 2015
Submitted on Jan 25, 2016
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