Wild Poinsettia (Euphorbia Heterophylla) is a annual herb in the Euphorbiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

A variable, erect annual herb with milky sap, often grown as an ornamental and notorious as a weed in tropical and subtropical regions.

Wild Poinsettia

Wild Poinsettia

Euphorbia Heterophylla

A variable, erect annual herb with milky sap, often grown as an ornamental and notorious as a weed in tropical and subtropical regions.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-12

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wild Poinsettia

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Euphorbiaceae
Genus:Euphorbia