Mat Spurge
Euphorbia stictospora
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 6"–12" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CO, IA, KS and 8 more states
Pollinators
bees, beetles
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Euphorbia stictospora is a compact native spurge that forms neat clumps with small, narrow leaves and tiny yellowish-green flowers. This drought-tolerant perennial maintains a tidy appearance throughout the growing season and requires minimal care once established. The plant goes dormant in winter, dying back to the ground before returning in spring.
In an HOA neighborhood
Mat Spurge is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- May look bare in winter when dormant
Wildlife value
This spurge attracts small native bees and beneficial beetles during its long blooming period from May through July. The seeds also provide food for small birds and ground-dwelling wildlife.
Common questions
- How much sun does Mat Spurge need?
- Mat Spurge grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Mat Spurge bloom?
- Mat Spurge blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Mat Spurge native?
- Mat Spurge (Euphorbia stictospora) is native to AZ, CO, IA, KS and 8 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Mat Spurge attract?
- Mat Spurge draws bees and beetles.
- Is Mat Spurge HOA-friendly?
- Mat Spurge is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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