Toothed Spurge
Euphorbia davidii
Last reviewed: August 2026
Toxicity unknown
Toothed Spurge (Euphorbia davidii) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Native alternatives to Toothed Spurge
Toothed Spurge is not native to the United States. These natives fill a similar role in a planting, matched on bloom season, bloom color and mature size.
Before you buy
Your city may pay you to plant this
Cities and water utilities offer rebates for replacing lawn with native and water-wise plants. We track 446 programs across 44 states, each with a link to the provider and the date we last checked it.
Find rebates in your areaToothed spurge is a small annual wildflower that forms compact, bushy clumps with small green flowers from summer through fall. This drought-tolerant native thrives in sunny, dry locations and requires minimal care once established. Like other spurges, it produces a milky sap that can be irritating to skin.
In an HOA neighborhood
Toothed Spurge takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Often considered a weed by non-native plant enthusiasts
- Small flowers and weedy appearance may look unkempt
- Annual nature means gaps in coverage each spring
Wildlife value
The small flowers attract native bees and beetles throughout the growing season. Its seeds provide food for small birds and ground-dwelling wildlife.
Common questions
- How much sun does Toothed Spurge need?
- Toothed Spurge grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Toothed Spurge bloom?
- Toothed Spurge blooms in June, July, August, and September.
- What pollinators does Toothed Spurge attract?
- Toothed Spurge draws bees and beetles.
- Is Toothed Spurge HOA-friendly?
- Toothed Spurge takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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