Euphorbis amygdaloides

Euphorbia amygdaloides
wood spurge
A bushy, evergreen perennial with reddish green stems and matt green leaves, which can be reddish benneath and become darker in the winter. Yellow clusters of flowers in spring and summer.
Potentially harmful
All parts may cause severe discomfort if eaten, and the milky sap can irritate skin. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae is one of the few plants that thrives in poor dry soil in shade, making it the perfect choice for growing under big trees. It spreads by underground runners, eventually forming a low weed smothering carpet. It bears upright spikes of lime green flowers from spring to early summer, in contrast with dark glossy foliage. It makes a good year-round evergreen foil for other shade loving plants