An unusual succulent with bright green fleshy stems that ‘do’ the job of the leaves. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers April. Bright room with some direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C. CAUTION skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten.
Euphorbia tirucalli
An unusual succulent with bright green fleshy stems that ‘do’ the job of the leaves
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Euphorbia |
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Species | tirucalli |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | green |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room with some direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 2m |
Family | Euphorbiaceae |
Spread | 60cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Upright, Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | April |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Moist, Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | CAUTION skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten |
Pruning | Cut back to 1/3 of size to an outward facing bud |
Pruning Time | After flowering |
Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs, Aphids |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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