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    Euphorbia hypericifolia

    Graceful Sandmat (Euphorbia hypericifolia) is a landscape weed native to Florida and North America. This weed is commonly found in pine forests, disturbed areas, roadsides, turf areas, landscape beds and nursery containers. Cultivars of this species have found considerable horticultural success and are marketed under the trade name “Diamond Frost” for their showy white-bract flowers.

    • Scientific Name: Euphorbia hypericifolia
    • Common Name: Graceful sandmat
    • Seasonality: Warm
    • Soil Type: Wet or dry
    • Toxicity: Toxic
    • Plant Growth: Annual
    • Biology and Management of Graceful Sandmat (Chamaesyce hypericifolia) in Ornamental Crop Production
    • Relevant Resources

      UF/IFAS Extension Publication: Biology and Management of Graceful Sandmat (Chamaesyce hypericifolia) in Ornamental Crop Production

      USDA Plants Profile Chamaesyce hypericifolia

      Missouri Botanical Garden, Euphorbia hypericifolia 'Inneuphe' DIAMOND FROST

    Photos of Euphorbia hypericifolia

     

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