How to tend a Euphorbia tirucalli

Also known as: Arthrothamnus tirucalli (L.) Klotzsch & Garcke, Tirucalia indica Raf., Tirucalia tirucalli (L.) P.V.Heath, Euphorbia tirucalli var. rhipsaloides (Willd.) A.Chev., Euphorbia geayi Costant. & Gall., Euphorbia laro Drake, Euphorbia media N.E.Br., Euphorbia media var. bagshawei N.E.Br., Euphorbia rhipsaloides Lem., Euphorbia scoparia N.E.Br., Euphorbia suareziana Croizat, Euphorbia viminalis Mill., Euphorbia rhipsaloides Willd., Euphorbia rhipsaloides Welw. ex N.E.Br.

Watering

Water thoroughly after soil surface dries, avoid saturated water

Sunlight

Likes sunshine, put in sunny places, avoid strong sunlight in summer at noon

Soil

Soil with loose texture or soil with specific nutrients

Fertilizer

Dilute fertilizers following instructions, apply 1-2 times monthly

Pruning

Remove aged tissues, dead and pest branches timely

About this plant

Origin
Africa
Category
Euphorbiaceae, Euphorbia
Size
Diameter ≥ 20 cm, height ≥ 25 cm
Blooming period
Flowering period June-September, fruiting period July-November
Flower colors
yellow white, fruit color dark black
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