Euphorbia hypericifolia (yoo-FOR-bee-uh hy-PER-ee-see-FOH-lee-uh)
Family: EuphorbiaceaeUnknownHerbaceous (1-3 ft)
Herbaceous (1-3 ft)Unknown
The cultivar 'Inneuphida' is commonly sold under the trade name of Diamond Frost®. It is from the species Euphorbia hypericifolia and is evergreen perennial that is usually grown as annual. It was discovered in 2004 in Gensingen, Germany in a group of Euphorbia hypericifolia plants. It differs from the parent plant by having a more uniform appearance, more branching, more flowers, and smaller flowers. It grows 12 to 20 inches tall and has a mounding habit. Plant in full sun to partial shade in well-drained soil. They are quite drought and heat-tolerant and are resistant to browsing by deer and rabbits. These low-maintenance plants require no deadheading to enjoy a long bloom season. Pinch to encourage a bushy habit especially if they are grown in containers. They are hardy in zones 10 to 12. The stems are erect and have widely spaced leaves of grayish-green to bright green. Tiny white bracts are present from spring until the first frost of fall. Diamond Frost® is infertile and does not produce seeds. Wear protective gloves when handling these plants due to the toxic milky sap. Keep these plants out of reach of small children and pets. All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested. Plant these groundcovers in containers, in cottage gardens, or in drought-tolerant gardens. The delicate flowers make a delightful addition to a fairy garden. It is attractive in containers or hanging baskets that are used to line a walkway or border front. It can also be grown indoors as a houseplant. Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems: No significant problems. VIDEO Created by Laura Barth for "Houseplants, Succulents, and Cacti," a plant identification course offered in partnership with Longwood Gardens. More information on Euphorbia hypericifolia .
Curated pairwise relationships between this plant and others in the library — who feeds
whom, who competes, who confuses the pests. Green reads as a good pairing, red as one to avoid.
No curated interactions recorded for this species yet.
Also noted by NC State
Related species the NC State Plant Toolbox flags for this plant — look-alikes to tell
apart, and plants that play a similar role in a planting. Ones we carry in the library are linked.
Cottage Garden; Drought Tolerant Garden; Rock Garden
Design feature
Border
Garden tags
#heat tolerant #easy to grow #houseplant #border front #low maintenance #drought tolerant #gray-green leaves #interiorscape #hanging baskets #container plant #long bloom time #rabbit resistant #drought tolerant annual #deer resistant #fast growing #problem for children #problem for dogs #poisonous #problem for cats #HS303 #poisonous if ingested #contact dermatitis #white bracts #walkway
Problems & Resistance
Problems
Contact Dermatitis; Poisonous to Humans; Problem for Cats; Problem for Children; Problem for Dogs
Resistant to
Deer; Drought; Heat; Rabbits
Poison severity
Low
Poison parts
Flowers; Leaves; Roots; Sap/Juice; Stems
Poison symptoms
The milky white latex sap found in all plant parts can cause mild to severe contact dermatitis. If contact with the eyes occurs the sap can cause temporary to permanent damage to the cornea. If eaten, blistering can occur on lips and oral mucosa. Avoid ingesting plant parts and keep plants away from pets and children.