Petty Spurge
NamePetty Spurge
Species NameEuphorbia peplus
Common NamePetty Spurge
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)1
Container TypeNot applicable - herbaceous plant
Geographic Originasia
Cultivation Difficultybeginner
Foliage TypeDeciduous broadleaf
Height (cm)15
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityNot applicable - herbaceous plant
Is Floweringtrue
Is Fruitingtrue
Notable FeaturesCommon annual weed with milky sap; typically not cultivated as a bonsai due to its herbaceous nature and short lifespan. The small, yellowish-green cyathia are visible.
Description
This specimen is Petty Spurge (Euphorbia peplus), a common annual herbaceous plant, not a traditional bonsai species. It features small, light green, ovate leaves and inconspicuous yellowish-green cyathia. While not typically cultivated as a bonsai, its natural growth habit is generally upright.
