Plant Care Euphorbia Polyacantha

Euphorbia Polyacantha

Taxonomy

Euphorbia polyacantha
Euphorbia
Euphorbiaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for Euphorbia Polyacantha

💦 Water

How often to water your Euphorbia Polyacantha

Water needs for Euphorbia Polyacantha
0.5 cups
every 12

Euphorbia Polyacantha 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 Euphorbia Polyacantha

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Euphorbia Polyacantha in your home

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

Euphorbia Polyacantha love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Euphorbia Polyacantha does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Euphorbia Polyacantha

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

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Euphorbia Polyacantha 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.

Euphorbia Polyacantha Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Euphorbia Polyacantha 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 🏡.

Euphorbia Polyacantha Light Requirements →

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Euphorbia Polyacantha is extremely dangerous if consumed. 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 immediately. Euphorbia Polyacantha is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Euphorbia Polyacantha Toxicity to Cats →

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💨 Humidity

Euphorbia Polyacantha 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.

Euphorbia Polyacantha Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Euphorbia Polyacantha 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 Euphorbia Polyacantha →

When and How to Successfully Repot Euphorbia Polyacantha →


💩 Fertilizer

Euphorbia Polyacantha 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 Euphorbia Polyacantha →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Euphorbia Polyacantha 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

Euphorbia Polyacantha is native to Worldwide.


🌸 Flowers

Euphorbia Polyacantha produces flowers in the wild, but does not flower when kept as houseplants.

Euphorbia Polyacantha Flowers →


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Euphorbia Polyacantha can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Euphorbia Polyacantha 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 Euphorbia Polyacantha. 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 Euphorbia Polyacantha

Euphorbia Polyacantha

Euphorbia Polyacantha


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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