Euphorbia tithymaloides’Variegata '
Japanese Poinsettia , Redbird Cactus , Slipper Spurge , motley Devil ’s Backbone ,
Euphorbia tithymaloidesf.variegata , Pedilanthus tithymaloidesf.variegatus , Pedilanthus tithymaloides’Variegatus '
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Family : EuphorbiaceaeSubfamily : EuphorbioideaeTribe : EuphorbieaeSubtribe : EuphorbiinaeGenus : Euphorbia
Euphorbia tithymaloides’Variegata ' , formerly known asPedilanthus tithymaloides’Variegatus ' , is a succulent shrub with green , white - border leaves arranged alternately on green branches with a zig configuration . It produce up to 8 feet ( 2.4 m ) magniloquent , branching profusely from the base . leaf are prolate , pointed at the steer , up to 3.2 inch ( 8 centimeter ) long and 2 inch ( 5 cm ) astray . They are flushed pinkish or red when flowering or cool wintertime temperature occur .
The branches terminate in dichotomous bunch with a forgetful stalk patronise each flower . The floral leaves are bifid and ovate , while the involucral bract are bright cerise , on an irregular basis acuminate in shape , with a long , thin underground . The virile pedicel is haired , while the female is glabrous . efflorescence broadly appear in mid - spring .
This succulent is a variegated cultivar ofEuphorbia tithymaloides .
USDA hardiness zone9b to 11b : from 25 ° F ( −3.9 ° C ) to 50 ° F ( +10 ° C ) .
Euphorbias are very easy to deal for . They need a little pampering to become established , but once they are , they are self - sufficient . In fact , more die from too much care and watering than from neglect . Euphorbias require well - draining soil and lots of sunlight . They are not particular about soil pH , but they can not tolerate wet land . Unlike most succulent , Euphorbiadoes not palm retentive periods of drought well . It may need weekly tearing during the summer . Water whenever the soil is teetotal several inches below the surface . H2O deeply , but do n’t get them sit in wet grease , which can cause root decomposition . Add some constitutional matter or fertilizer to the planting pickle . If you are growing them in containers or your soil is miserable , fertilise with a half - intensity level fertilizer monthly .
Euphorbiacan be acquire from seeded player , but they can be difficult to burgeon forth ( or even recover ) . It is commonly propagate by cut . This can be cunning because of the exuding sap . Rooting hormone is recommend withEuphorbias . They tend to grow problem - costless , but there are a few pesterer and disease to be alert for .
See more atHow to Grow and Care for Euphorbia .
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