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African milkbush (Euphorbia tirucalli) Care Guide
Care guide for African milkbush: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.
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⚠️ African milkbush is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.
Care at a glance
LightPlenty of light; some direct sun is tolerated.
WaterWater roughly every 21 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings. Tolerates the occasional missed watering.
HumidityTolerates average room humidity (20-40%).
TemperatureTypical indoor temperatures (16-26 °C / 60-79 °F); protect from frost.
SoilWell-draining mix, slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.5).
Growthslow growth. Mature height ~0.9 m (3.0 ft).
Origin
Native to: Madagascar.
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