Fleshy, blue-green leaves form tight spirals around spreading, prostrate stems with bright yellow-green, showy bracts surrounding inconspicuous flowers in early spring. A white, milky sap (latex) is found when any part of the plant is broken. The latex is toxic and may cause severe dermatitis, burns and/or blisters in sensitive people. Prefers dry, well-drained soils in part to full sun; it is a popular rock garden ornamental in the Pendleton area. No known biological control. Pulling/digging small patches can work; important to get the root; wear protective clothing.