Euphorbia guiengolaW.R.Buck & Huft
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Family : EuphorbiaceaeSubfamily : EuphorbioideaeTribe : EuphorbieaeSubtribe : EuphorbiinaeGenus : Euphorbia
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The specific name " guiengola(GWEN - go - la ) " refers to the limestone formation of Cerro Guiengola in the commonwealth of Oaxaca , Mexico , where this species grows naturally .
Euphorbia guiengolais native toMexico(Chiapas and Oaxaca ) .
Euphorbia guiengolais a rare sprawling succulent with branched stems that bear small immature leaves and many blanched flowers with a red eye . It is a deciduous plant that drop down all parting in wintertime but continues to flower , hence its common name .
brightness level : MostEuphorbias are sunshine buff , but some will tolerate fond shade . site your indoorEuphorbias on windows with southerly or southeast exposure .
Soil : Euphorbias require well - drained filth . They even thrive in poor , ironic soils . utilise a commercial miscellany formulated for cactus and succulent , or make your own potting mix .
Hardiness : Euphorbia guiengolacan withstand temperature as low-pitched as 35 to 50 ° F ( 1.7 to 10 ° C),USDA hardiness zones10b to 11b .
Watering : SucculentEuphorbias can survive drought , but that does not entail they need it . From outpouring to light , water when the top in of grime feels dry . Reduce watering in wintertime . Give them just enough water system to prevent wilting .
Fertilizing : EveryEuphorbiawill benefit from fertiliser . Apply a balanced fertilizer in a 10 - 10 - 10 NPK formulation , diluted to 1/4 strength weekly during the growing time of year .
Repotting : Euphorbias do not need to be repot every year . However , when yourEuphorbiais outgrowing its pot , it is time to repot the plant in a larger pot and give it a fresh potting mix .
extension : The easiest and fast method acting of generation for many species is by using cut . Euphorbias can also be grown from seeds , but they can be hard to burgeon forth and even hard to retrieve .
memorise more atHow to produce and Care for Euphorbia .
AllEuphorbias produce a toxic white milky sap and can irritate the skin and eye . Therefore , keeping the plants away from children and ducky is best .
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