Poinsettia. A stunning flowering houseplant with velvety red bracts surrounding tiny yellow flowers. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers November to February. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 55°F / 12°C.
Euphorbia pulcherrima Petroy
A stunning flowering houseplant with velvety red bracts surrounding tiny yellow flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Euphorbia |
|---|---|
| Species | pulcherrima |
| Varietry | Petroy |
| Common Name | Poinsettia |
| Flower Colour | red, yellow |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
| Foliage | Evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Bushy |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | November, February |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
| Planting | |
| Care | Mist regularly, Liquid feed fortnightly during growing season, Allow compost to dry out between waterings |
| Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Red spider mite, Mealy bugs |
| Maintenance | Discard after flowering |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings |
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