A dwarf caudiciform shrub, reaching up to 15 cm in height. Regarded as one of the most coveted euphorbias, it exhibits extraordinary leaf polymorphism: the coriaceous laminae undergo seasonal chromatic shifts, displaying marbled greens, coppery tones, deep burgundy-red pigmentation, and violet veining.

Seed-grown specimens, exhibiting a well-defined caudex and characteristic radial symmetry.