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Poinsettia
Euphorbia pulcherrima
Poinsettia Descriptions and Information
Poinsettia can be found in the following U.S. States: HI, PR.
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(Euphorbia pulcherrima)
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Poinsettia Details
Mature Height : up to 10ft / 2m
Mature Spread : Varies on climate
Mature Form : Rounded Bush
Growth Rate : Medium
Sun Exposure : Sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture : Average
Soil Type : Varies
Soil pH : 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
Flower Color : Yellow
Flowering Time : Winter
Foliage Color : Green, Red
Hardiness Zones : 9-11 |
Other names for Poinsettia;
Lobster flower,
Crown of the Andes, Flame leaf flower.
Planting and Growing Poinsettia
Poinsettia is a evergreen shrub.
Poinsettias require daytime temperatures of 60 to 70°F and night time
temperatures around 55°F. The poinsettia plant is not poisonous, despite many
rumors, however some people may have a skin irritation from the milky sap
produced by the plant. The flowers or cyathia of the poinsettia are located in
the center of the colorful (usually red) bracts.
Poinsettia will grow in the following hardiness zones
Zone 9a, 20 F, -6.6 C
Zone 9b, 25 F, -3.8 C
Zone 10a, 30 F, -1.1 C
Zone 10b, 35 F, 1.7 C
Zone 11, above 40 F, above 4.5 C
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