Euporbia obesa GREEN-YELLOW with brown lines

Euphorbia obesa 'Green-Yellow with Brown Lines' is a uniquely pigmented cultivar of the iconic baseball plant, revered for its near-spherical, ribbed form and slow-growing nature. What makes this particular variation exceptional is its bright green to yellow-green epidermis, a luminous tone rarely seen in wild types, overlaid with a set of finely etched, vertical brown lines that trace the ribs with architectural precision. The contrast between the vibrant lime-yellow body and its earth-toned linear markings gives the plant an abstract, almost painted appearance—each specimen showcasing subtly different striations, like a living sculpture. Spineless and compact, it grows up to 15 cm tall, with small, reddish to greenish cyathia appearing at the crown in mature individuals. Often mistaken for a cactus, Euphorbia obesa is a member of the Euphorbiaceae family and exemplifies evolutionary mimicry, allowing it to blend seamlessly into arid landscapes. The green-yellow coloring becomes more pronounced with bright sun exposure, offering a rare palette highly prized by succulent collectors.