Euphorbia antisyphyllitica

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Euphorbia antisyphyllitica

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A new world succulent species- native to the US southwest states (Texas, NM and Arizona). Cold tolerant to 15F. Candillia plant (named for the wax obtained from it). Historically, reportedly used to treat venereal diseases in old Mexico. Hence the species name.
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