Euphorbia Plant
Euphorbia tirucalli, or Euphorbia, is a fast-growing succulent, 10-15 ft tall, prefers well-drained sandy soil, full sun, low moisture, not edible, and has medicinal uses.
Habit
Succulent shrub
Height
10 to 15 m
Growth
Moderate
Soil
Well-drained, Sandy Loam
Shade
Full sun
Moisture
Low
Edible
No
Medicinal
Yes (used in traditional medicine)
Origin
India
Climatic Condition
Tropical, Subtropical
Temperature (°)
25°C to 35°C
Humidity (%)
60% to 80%
Potting media
50% Loam, 40% Sand, 10% Organic Matter
Fertilizers
Organic Fertilizer
Watering
Regular watering
Plant Weight
10 to 20 kg
Flowering Time
Spring to Summer
Soil Ph level
5.5 to 6.5
Water Ph level
6.0 to 7.0
Soil EC
0.5 to 1.0 mS/cm
Yield Per Plant
150 to 250 kg per plant
NPK ratio
04:03:02
life Span
20 to 50 years
Health Benefits
High in Vitamin C, Antioxidant
Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?
60% sand, 20% perlite, 20% compost
Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers
Fertilize every 6-8 weeks with cactus-specific fertilizer during the growing season.
Common Diseases and Remedies
Anthracnose, Powdery Mildew, Mango Hopper
Black spots on fruit, white coating, distorted leaves
Systemic fungicides, insecticides