Poinsettia

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Also called · Daun merah

Red, pink or cream leaves at the top, sold for Christmas.

LightBright shade
WaterWhen the top is dry
WhereNear a bright window

Care tag · 196

“Enjoy the colour for weeks. Getting it to turn red again is hard here.”

  1. 01

    Light

    Bright shade indoors, or morning sun outside.
  2. 02

    Water

    When the top of the soil is dry.
  3. 03

    Soil & pot

    Well-draining potting soil.
  4. 04

    Feeding

    Not needed while coloured.
  5. 05

    What you'll need

    • Organic potting soil (tanah organik)

    All available here at the nursery.

Something wrong?

  • Leaves dropping

    Too wet, too cold, or a draught.

  • Milky sap

    It irritates skin. Wash your hands after touching cuts.

Near a bright window

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