Fendler'S Euphorbia
Euphorbia fendleri
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CA, CO, KS and 8 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Fendler's spurge is a native perennial that forms neat, compact clumps with small white flower clusters in late spring and early summer. This drought-tolerant plant goes dormant in winter, disappearing completely below ground until new growth emerges in spring.
In an HOA neighborhood
Fendler'S Euphorbia is an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 3 out of 5.
Works well in: mid zone, foundation, backyard only.
- Completely disappears in winter dormancy
- Small size may look sparse in prominent locations
- Milky sap can be concerning to some
Wildlife value
The small white flowers attract native bees and beetles during the blooming period from May through July.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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