Plant Care Cat Tails Euphorbia

Cat Tails Euphorbia

Also known as

Sausage Tree and Yellow-leaf Bush Euphorbia

Taxonomy

Euphorbia alluaudii
Euphorbia
Euphorbiaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for Cat Tails Euphorbia

💦 Water

How often to water your Cat Tails Euphorbia

Water needs for Cat Tails Euphorbia
0.5 cups
every 12

Cat Tails Euphorbia needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Cat Tails Euphorbia

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Cat Tails Euphorbia in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Cat Tails Euphorbia: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Cat Tails Euphorbia love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Cat Tails Euphorbia does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cat Tails Euphorbia in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cat Tails Euphorbia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cat Tails Euphorbia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cat Tails Euphorbia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Cat Tails Euphorbia thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Cat Tails Euphorbia requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Cat Tails Euphorbia is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.

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💨 Humidity

Cat Tails Euphorbia enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Cat Tails Euphorbia Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Cat Tails Euphorbia is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Cat Tails Euphorbia →

When and How to Successfully Repot Cat Tails Euphorbia →


💩 Fertilizer

Cat Tails Euphorbia grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Cat Tails Euphorbia →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Cat Tails Euphorbia to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Cat Tails Euphorbia is native to Worldwide.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Cat Tails Euphorbia can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Cat Tails Euphorbia Temperature Tolerance →


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


😖 Common Issues

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Cat Tails Euphorbia. These plants are very sensitive to wet soil so if you notice your plant becoming squishy or translucent, overwatering is the likely culprit.

Cut your plant just past where the rot ends and allow it to callus over for a few days before replanting it in fresh, dry soil. Download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


Care Summary for Cat Tails Euphorbia

Cat Tails Euphorbia

Cat Tails Euphorbia


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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