Euphorbia Francoisii Gen 3 Green Cup
Euphorbia Francoisii Gen 3 Green Cup
Add a distinct structural form to your rare succulent collection with Euphorbia francoisii 'Gen 3 Green Cup'. This specialized hybrid selection takes the famous Madagascar caudiciform to a new level, featuring unique inward-curling, dish-like leaf margins that give every leaf a sculpted "cup" shape.
The bright emerald-to-olive green foliage is boldly highlighted by high-contrast net-like silver veining, creating a dramatic visual texture. As it matures, Euphorbia francoisii 'Gen 3 Green Cup' develops a thick, woody subterranean caudex that can be raised during repotting to showcase its architectural root structure.
Key Features & Highlights
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Distinct Cupped Foliage: Inward-curling, dish-shaped leaf margins that form a unique structural cup silhouette.
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High-Contrast Silver Veining: Bright emerald green leaves patterned with intricate, webbed silver and white veins.
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Line-Bred Gen 3 Hybrid: Selected for stable cupped morphology, rich green pigmentation, and crisp pattern definition.
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Fully Established Specimen: Thoroughly rooted with a solid root system and active foliage, skipping fragile unrooted stages.
Care Guide & Growing Conditions
| Parameter | Recommended Care |
| Light | Bright, direct to strong indirect sun; essential for maintaining tight cupped leaf shapes and strong veining contrast. |
| Watering | Drench thoroughly when the gritty potting medium is completely dry; reduce watering frequency during cool winter periods. |
| Soil Mix | Extra-gritty, fast-draining succulent substrate (70%+ pumice, akadama, lava rock, and coarse sand with minimal organic matter). |
| Humidity | Low to moderate relative humidity (30%–50%); requires ample airflow around foliage and roots. |
| Temperature | Warm tropical grower; maintains healthy growth between 65°F and 90°F (18°C to 32°C). Protect strictly from temperatures below 55°F (13°C). |
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Euphorbia Genus
Euphorbia Genus
The Euphorbia genus, belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family, encompasses over 2,100 species, making it one of the most diverse groups of flowering plants. This genus includes a wide range of plant forms, from tiny annuals to towering trees, with many species displaying succulent characteristics that resemble cacti.
The flowers of Euphorbia are unique, clustered into a specialized inflorescence called a cyathium, a feature exclusive to this genus. Euphorbias thrive in various environments, with succulent species particularly abundant in southern and eastern Africa, Madagascar, and tropical regions of Asia and the Americas.
Euphorbia Care
Euphorbia Care
Due to the huge diversity in Euphorbia, it is impossible to write a generalized care guide that applies to all of the species in the genus. If you are buying a Euphorbia species from us that you are unfamiliar with, please post your care questions in our Facebook group or ask us on one of our live auctions.
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