Euphorbia milii can flower almost all year round. This shrub-like euphorbia has thorny stems. From the end of its stems grow a grouping of small red flowers. The variety 'Variegata' has variegated green and cream foliage. To maintain a smaller dimension, it is advisable to prune it. Under optimal growing conditions, it can reach up to 2m in height.
Be careful, handle with care! Sap that contains latex may cause irritation on contact with skin and eyes. Risk of toxicity if swallowed.
- Family: Euphorbiaceae.
- Origin: Madagascar.
- Watering:
- Summer: Allow half of the soil to dry between waterings.
- Winter: Allow the soil to dry completely between waterings.
- Ambient humidity: Low to moderate.
- Type of potting soil: Dry and draining.
- Avoid water remaining in the saucer.
- Brightness: High.
- Orientation: South or west along the window.
- Rapid growth.
- Temperature: Medium, maintain around 20ᵒC .
Pot diameter: 10 cm.
Like nature, each plant is unique. Natural items are all different and may contain irregularities.
