Royal Red African Milk Tree

Royal Red African Milk Tree 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 Royal Red African Milk Tree →

Common Royal Red African Milk Tree Problems →

Royal Red African Milk Tree 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.

Royal Red African Milk Tree Water Frequency →

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Royal Red African Milk Tree 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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Royal Red African Milk Tree 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. Royal Red African Milk Tree is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

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Royal Red African Milk Tree 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.

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Royal Red African Milk Tree 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 Royal Red African Milk Tree →

When and How to Successfully Repot Royal Red African Milk Tree →

Royal Red African Milk Tree 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!

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It’s common for Royal Red African Milk Tree to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.

Royal Red African Milk Tree is native to Worldwide.

Yes, you may see your Royal Red African Milk Tree bloom with the right amount of sunlight and water.

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USDA Hardiness Zone
Royal Red African Milk Tree can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 9a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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The seeds of Royal Red African Milk Tree can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Royal Red African Milk Tree →

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.

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• Drooping Royal Red African Milk Tree Leaves →
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• Royal Red African Milk Tree Root Rot →

Overwatering is a likely cause of issues with Royal Red African Milk Tree. 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!