Plant Care Cypress Spurge

Cypress Spurge

About Cypress Spurge

Cypress Spurge is a relatively rare houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs very little water to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Cypress Spurge likes soil that is extremely well-draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Cypress Spurge belongs to the Euphorbia genus, and is native to Europe to Northwest Turkey.

⚠️ Cypress Spurge 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.

Taxonomy

Euphorbia cyparissias
Euphorbia
Euphorbiaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for Cypress Spurge

💦 Water

How often to water your Cypress Spurge

Water needs for Cypress Spurge
0.5 cups
every 12

Cypress Spurge 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 Cypress Spurge

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

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5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Cypress Spurge in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Cypress Spurge: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Cypress Spurge love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Cypress Spurge does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cypress Spurge in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cypress Spurge

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cypress Spurge: 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 Cypress Spurge after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Cypress Spurge is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

Benefits of Growing Cypress Spurge →

Common Cypress Spurge Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Cypress Spurge 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.

Cypress Spurge Water Frequency →

Cypress Spurge Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Cypress Spurge 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 🏡.

Cypress Spurge Light Requirements →

Cypress Spurge Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Cypress Spurge 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.

Cypress Spurge Toxicity to Cats →

Cypress Spurge Toxicity to Dogs →

Cypress Spurge Toxicity to Humans →


💨 Humidity

Cypress Spurge 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.

Cypress Spurge Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Cypress Spurge 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 Cypress Spurge →

When and How to Successfully Repot Cypress Spurge →


💩 Fertilizer

Cypress Spurge 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 Cypress Spurge →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Cypress Spurge 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

Cypress Spurge is native to Worldwide.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Cypress Spurge grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Cypress Spurge →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Cypress Spurge can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Cypress Spurge Temperature Tolerance →


🌱 Propagation

Cypress Spurge can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

  • Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
  • If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
  • Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
  • Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

How to Propagate Cypress Spurge →


🧐 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.


Care Summary for Cypress Spurge

Cypress Spurge

Cypress Spurge


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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