Poinsettia - Wikipedia
WEBThe poinsettia (/ p ɔɪ n ˈ s ɛ t (i) ə /; [1] [2] [3] Euphorbia pulcherrima) is a commercially important flowering plant species of the diverse spurge family Euphorbiaceae. Indigenous to Mexico and Central America, the poinsettia was first described by Europeans in 1834.
Poinsettia: Indoor Plant Care & Growing Guide - The Spruce
WEBDec 7, 2023 · Learn about poinsettia care indoors to keep your plants thriving. Discover tips on flowering, pruning, propagating, and more.
How to Care for Your Poinsettia Plant So It Lasts for More Than …
WEBNov 10, 2023 · A beloved holiday plant, the poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is known for its striking red leaves and small, compact yellow flowers that bring a festive touch to homes. While poinsettias are typically purchased annually, the perennial shrub can last for several years when cared for properly.
Tips On The Care Of Poinsettia Plants | Gardening Know How
WEBOct 10, 2023 · Poinsettia (Euphorbia pulcherrima) is a classic holiday plant, known for its festive red bracts set against green leaves. Poinsettia care indoors for the duration of the season is easy. More challenging is growing it outdoors in the right climate or keeping it as a year-round houseplant. How to Care for a Poinsettia
Growing and caring for poinsettia | UMN Extension
WEBPoinsettia. Quick facts. Poinsettias bloom when the days get shorter. The colorful “flowers” of poinsettias are actually modified leaves called “bracts.” Poinsettias grow well in moist soil and temperatures between 65 and 70 degrees F. They can be grown outdoors during summer. Poinsettias are not poisonous, but the sap may cause dermatitis.
How to Plant, Grow and Care For Poinsettia Plants - Epic Gardening
WEBOct 4, 2023 · Poinsettias have the reputation of being a bit tricky to care for, but with a few key maintenance tips, your poinsettias will be happy and healthy for the holiday season and beyond! Follow along for useful information …
Poinsettia Care: How to Take Care of Poinsettia Flowers
WEBDec 12, 2023 · How do you take care of poinsettia flowers, especially after the holidays to keep these flowering plants going strong! See our tips for keeping poinsettias happy and healthy. (Hint: Do NOT overwater!)
Poinsettia 101: How to Care for Poinsettias - Bloomscape
WEBPoinsettias are bold tropical shrubs with vibrant, colorful flowers that are actually bracts, a type of modified leaf. Poinsettias add a splash of color to any home and are also a popular Christmas gift.
Poinsettia | Description, Flower, Christmas, Poisonous, & Facts
WEBAug 23, 2024 · poinsettia, (Euphorbia pulcherrima), well-known member of the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae), commonly sold as an ornamental at Christmastime. The poinsettia is native to Mexico and Central America, where it grows in moist, wet, wooded ravines and on rocky hillsides.
Poinsettia care: how to keep a poinsettia alive - BBC Gardeners …
WEBNov 29, 2023 · Find out how to care for your poinsettia, and how to get it to colour up again. Detailed growing advice from BBC Gardeners' World Magazine.