Amperea xiphoclada

Broom Spurge

Stiffly erect subshrub with rigid angular stems.

Additional information

• FamilyEuphorbiaceae
• StoreyLower storey
• Size0.3-0.8 m x 0.4-0.5 m
• Plant groupingShrubs to 2m
• LeavesOften leafless, when present narrow lower leaves to 15 mm, upper leaves scale-like.
• Flower colourCream and brown
• Flowering timeSeptember to February
• FlowersMale and female flowers on separate plants. Clusters of tiny flowers.
• Bird attractingNo
• Butterfly attractingNo
• Frog habitatNo
• Growing conditionsMoist soil, often sandy, in heaths and woodlands. Full sun or semi shade.
• Garden useInteresting foliage plant for rockeries or underplanting, especially in lighter soils. Looks good mass planted.
• Commercially availableIndigenous nurseries
• Conservation statusLocally common within its preferred growing conditions

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