Is pulcherrima an Euphorbia evergreen?
A popular Christmas ornamental, Euphorbia pulcherrima (Poinsettia) is a deciduous to semi-evergreen shrub noted for its showy red, pink, or cream leafy bracts (modified leaves), opening in winter through spring.
Is pulcherrima Euphorbia perennial?
Euphorbia pulcherrima, commonly called poinsettia, is sold as a potted plant throughout North America. In its native sub-tropical habitat, it is a perennial flowering shrub. The showy colored parts of the plant people admire are actually modified leaves called bracts. There are over 100 varieties in cultivation.
What causes a red Euphorbia pulcherrima to lose its Colour?
Poinsettias can turn yellow for various reasons. If the roots appear healthy, the poinsettia is probably not getting enough water and/or light. If the roots are discolored, the poinsettia may have root rot, often caused by overwatering.
How do you look after Euphorbia pulcherrima?
Light: Poinsettia grows best in bright, indirect light. Some direct morning sun is fine, but hot direct midday sun can cause bract color to fade. Water: Water thoroughly, then allow top of soil to dry out between waterings. Remove the decorative foil to allow good drainage.
What is the common name of Euphorbia pulcherrima?
poinsettia
Many of us will know Euphorbia pulcherrima as poinsettia but other common names, such as Mexican flame leaf or painted leaf, are also used. Joel Roberts Poinsett was the first Ambassador from the USA to Mexico in 1825.
Is Euphorbia pulcherrima a flower?
Poinsettias are part of the Euphorbiaceae or Spurge family. Botanically, the plant is known as Euphorbia pulcherrima. In Nahuatl , the language of the Aztecs, the Poinsettia was called Cuitlaxochitl (from cuitlatl, for residue, and xochitl, for flower), meaning “flower that grows in residues or soil.”
Can poinsettias be outside NZ?
Don’t transplant poinsettia plants outdoors right after Christmas. Once all of the leaves have died back, prune the bushes back to two buds and keep it in a bright location. You can start planting poinsettia outdoors after all chance of frost has passed.
Do poinsettias live outside?
Poinsettias can not live outside where the temperatures drop below 45 degrees and they can not tolerate frost. Poinsettias (Euphorbia pulcherrima) originate in Mexico and thrive in the heat. They can grow up to 8-10 feet tall but without regular pruning they will become leggy and week.
Can poinsettias be outside in the cold?
Poinsettias do not tolerate warm or cold drafts which may cause premature leaf drop, so keep them away from radiators, air vents, and fans as well as open windows or doors. High temperatures will shorten the file of the bracts. Don’t expose your poinsettia to temperatures below 50 degrees.