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- Care tips for the genus Euphorbia
- What should be considered when casting an euphorbia?
- How does an euphorbia cope with repotting?
- Should the subspecies of the genus Euphorbia be cut?
- Which pests and diseases can be dangerous for the euphorbias?
- What should be considered when fertilising spurge plants?
- How can the different Euphorbia species be wintered?
- Tips
The Euphorbia tirucalli can be propagated via cuttings
Care tips for the genus Euphorbia
The plant genus Euphorbia is commonly referred to in German-speaking countries as the genus of so-called wolf milk plants. The over 2,000 known species of this genus is a latex-like and usually quite toxic plant juice in common, otherwise present the various wolf milk plants in a sheer unimaginable diversity.
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Basically, it is very difficult to make statements on the care of the genus as a whole, as there are wolf milk plants with adaptations to a variety of site conditions. However, a large part of the euphorbia succulent and therefore requires only occasional and very sparingly sized Wassergaben. The like a cactus looking Dreikantige spurge should also be treated on the subject of moisture like a cactus and cast only very cautious. In addition to the marsh spurge, all other spurge species have aversion to waterlogging in the root area. Poinsettias do not like it very well if they are sprayed with water along with the leaves. They should rather be watered thoroughly with the entire root ball.
How does an euphorbia cope with repotting?
Basically, euphorbias are rather insensitive when repotting, but for the succulent species also special cactus soil should be used. Be careful and protect yourself with suitable gloves from injuries caused by sometimes very sharp thorns. In addition, the repotting and the cut are not always safe, because you can come into contact with the poisonous milk juice.
Should the subspecies of the genus Euphorbia be cut?
A pruning for the healthy growth of euphorbias is extremely rare. However, the following milkweed plants are particularly suitable for propagation through cuttings:
Which pests and diseases can be dangerous for the euphorbias?
Snails avoid euphorbias like the plague. White flies and aphids can occasionally be a problem with the milkweed plants and be combated with the commercial means.
What should be considered when fertilising spurge plants?
Wolf's milk species such as the Balkan spurge or the shadow spurge can be well supplied with seasoned compost in the garden, which is mixed with some bark mulch. In contrast, the houseplants cultured Euphorbia (which are usually also succulents) are supplied about 14-day with cactus fertilizer. However, this only applies to the summer growth phase, as fertilization should rather be completely reduced during the winter months.
How can the different Euphorbia species be wintered?
Many subspecies of the genus Euphorbia are not least cultivated as indoor plants, because they are very limited or not at all frost hardy. Although these euphorbias can be used outdoors as potted plants in the summer, they should be brought into the house in a light and at least 10 to 15 degrees Celsius position in good time before winter. Nevertheless, there are also species among the wolf milk plants, which can survive the winter here in Germany with a certain amount of cold protection outdoors.
Tips
Pay close attention to the individual needs of your Euphorbia in the variety of shapes and peculiarities. Only in this way can you exploit the potential of the respective plant and enjoy healthy growth.