What are the care methods for the Euphorbia tirucalli succulent?

Euphorbia tirucalli is a succulent plant of the Euphorbia genus in the Euphorbiaceae family. Its plant grows in green stick-like form, and when mature its clustering state closely resembles coral in the sea, looking very cute, and many people want to grow one. Below we introducethe care methods for the Euphorbia tirucalli succulent.

1. Soil

The requirement is fertile, loose, well-draining soil. A general soil mix can be a blend of peat, vermiculite, and perlite, or 2 parts leaf mold, 1 part garden soil, 3 parts coarse sand or vermiculite, plus a small amount of decomposed bone meal mixed together.

2. Light and Temperature

Euphorbia tirucalli likes a warm, sunny environment and cannot tolerate cold or shade. Plants lacking sunlight tend to be thin and elongated with a dull color. The suitable growth temperature is 18-25°C, and in winter it must not go below 10°C. Give it plenty of light; during high summer temperatures, provide moderate shade and ventilation.

3. Watering

Euphorbia tirucalli dislikes waterlogging and is afraid of excess moisture. During the growing season, keep the soil moist; water thoroughly only when the soil has dried out. In winter, keep the potting soil dry. When flowering, moderately control the amount of water; if the soil is too wet, flowers tend to drop and fruit will not set. After the flowers have largely opened and small fruits appear on the branches, you can increase the water amount. During high summer temperatures, avoid midday thunderstorms pouring on it.

4. Fertilizing

During the growing season, apply a diluted liquid fertilizer plus decomposed sheep manure water once every two weeks. Before flowering, apply a phosphorus-containing top dressing to promote abundant flowers and fruit.