Plant Care Euphorbia Characias

Euphorbia Characias

Also known as

Albanian Spurge, Albanian Spurge, Albanian Spurge, Spurge and Tasmanian Tiger

Taxonomy

Euphorbia characias
Euphorbia
Euphorbiaceae
Malpighiales

How to care for Euphorbia Characias

💦 Water

How often to water your Euphorbia Characias

Water needs for Euphorbia Characias
0.5 cups
every 12

Euphorbia Characias needs 0.5 cups of water every 12 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Euphorbia Characias

Water 0.5 cups every
12

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Albanian Spurge in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Euphorbia Characias: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Euphorbia Characias love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Euphorbia Characias does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Euphorbia Characias in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Euphorbia Characias

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Euphorbia Characias: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Euphorbia Characias after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Euphorbia Characias is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Albanian Spurge →

Common Albanian Spurge Problems →


💦 Water Needs

Euphorbia Characias thrives in dry soil and should be watered sparingly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Albanian Spurge Water Frequency →

Albanian Spurge Root Rot →


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Euphorbia Characias requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Albanian Spurge Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Euphorbia Characias is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.


💨 Humidity

Euphorbia Characias enjoys lots of humidity. Provide humidity for your plant by watering regularly and thoroughly, since plants absorb most water through their root system rather than their leaves. They may also benefit from being placed next to a humidifier.

Albanian Spurge Humidity Needs →


🪴 Soil

Euphorbia Characias is very sensitive to wet soil, so choose a potting soil that drains very well and doesn’t retain too much moisture. A good soil will have lots of perlite or vermiculite for drainage and some organic matter for nutrition. A few handfuls of perlite added to regular store-bought cactus soil will do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Albanian Spurge →

When and How to Successfully Repot Albanian Spurge →


💩 Fertilizer

Euphorbia Characias grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Albanian Spurge →


❄️ Dormancy

It’s common for Euphorbia Characias to go dormant in the wintertime and you may notice their growth slow down. Waterings should be spaced out more during this time.


🌎 Native Region

Euphorbia Characias is native to Worldwide.


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Euphorbia Characias is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Euphorbia Characias can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 6a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Albanian Spurge Temperature Tolerance →


🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Euphorbia Characias can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Euphorbia Characias

Euphorbia Characias

Euphorbia Characias


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 12 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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