Scarlet plume (Euphorbia fulgens)

Scarlet plume (Euphorbia fulgens) is a perennial plant that can grow 50cm – 1.5m tall and 50cm – 1.5m wide.

This plant is commonly known as scarlet plume.

This is a deciduous plant that takes 5-10 years to reach full maturity.

Plant profile

Common name: scarlet plume
Scientific name: Euphorbia fulgens
Plant type: Perennials
Habit: Bushy
Height: 50cm – 1.5m
Spread: 50cm – 1.5m
Foliage: Deciduous
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Loam, Sand
Moisture: Well drained
Garden type: Patio & Container Garden
Other characteristics: RHS Award of Garden Merit

Seasonal colors

How to plant Scarlet plume (Euphorbia fulgens) – Auckland Museum, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Cultivation profiles – Growing Scarlet plume (Euphorbia fulgens) – Sesamehoneytart, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons