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Poinsettia

Euphorbia pulcherrima

A Christmas pot plant whose colourful bracts surround small yellow flowers.

Key figures

ItemValueSource
Lightpart shade[1]
Wateringwhen the surface feels dry; do not overwater[1]
Temperature18–21 °C (65–70 °F)[1]
Plant sizein a pot rarely over 60–90 cm (2–3 ft)[1]

Houseplant or ornamental: no harvest. Block tasks are watering, feeding, repotting, pruning and pest checks per the guide.

The full guide (care, pests, beginner and professional tips) is currently in Finnish. The figures above are the same and come from the sources below.

These are general guidelines. Always check the variety, seed packet or fertiliser instructions and current regulations.

Sources

  1. NC State Extension Plant Toolbox: Euphorbia pulcherrima