Euforia White

Class

Dicotyledons

Division

Angiospermae

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Order

Malpighiales

Genus

Euphorbia

Species

hypericifolia

Description

A perennial ornamental herb, mainly grown as an annual, prized for its spring-to-summer flowering, which produces dense, uniform clusters of white, cloud-like flowers. Suitable for flowerbeds, balconies and terraces, including in mixed plantings where it accentuates the colour tones of the flowers of other species present. Easy to grow, it adapts well to hot summer climates.

Variety description

An inconspicuous plant when grown alone. Lends itself very well to combinations with other flowering plants in pots or tubs. Gives maximum development with its small, snow-white flowers in the summer period.

Curiosities and special features

Species hypericifolia belongs to the same botanical Genus as Euphorbia pulcherrima, known as poinsettia, and Euphorbia milii or Crown of thorns.

Origin and distribution

Botanical Species native to tropical and subtropical America.

Flower size

Each individual flower is small, lending an air of elegance and lightness to the inflorescence in which it is found.

Leaf

Leaf has a lanceolate lamina.

Flowering period

It flowers from mid-spring to summer for a period of between 90 and 120 days, adding a distinctive touch to terraces and balconies for a long time.

Inflorescence

Compound umbrella inflorescence with high ornamental value.

Leaf colour

Plain-coloured, in perfect chromatic harmony with the white hue of the inflorescences.

Lifespan

It is mainly grown as anannual herbaceous plant.

Where to plant

Thanks to its lush flowering, which creates an effect reminiscent of a white cloud, and the size it reaches, it is ideal for adding a touch of elegance to balconies, window boxes and outdoor planters.

Stem

The stems are herbaceous; the plant has no thorns.

Flower

The flower is double, small in size, with a funnel-shaped corolla and single-coloured petals. It is arranged in small to medium-sized compound umbel inflorescences. It flowers from mid-spring to summer, with a flowering period of between 90 and 120 days. It gives off a delicate, slightly bitter scent.

Growth

A compact-growing variety, perfect for planters and pots.

Plant habit

The Globoso habitus allows for dense and proportionate compositions.

Branching

A variety whose profuse branching adds to its ornamental value.

PH

It prefers a slightly acidic medium pH between 5.8 and 6.5.

Sun exposure

It requires exposure in full sun for thriving flowering.

Ideal climate and temperature

The ideal temperature is between 18 and 23 °C. The vital temperature is between 8 and 38 °C

Use

Due to its flowers, which resemble a cascade of soft snowflakes,Euphorbia hypericifoliais widely grown and appreciated in:

Outdoor ornamental use

Soil

Use a new, high-quality, professional-grade growing medium, specifically designed for spring-flowering plants, containing peat and perlite.

Difficulty

An easy-to-grow plant.

Growing tips

Some specific growing tips to achieve the best results:

Plants will not flower if there is insufficient light Avoid overwatering Keep the growing medium dry in cool conditions It prefers a hot, dry climate

Combinations with other plants

It is suitable for use in combinations with other ornamental herbaceous plants such as Bidens, Dipladenia and Lobelia, following predefined design schemes that take into account both the colour tones of the flowers and the height reached by each plant.

Propagation

Propagation is mainly by apical cutting.

Watering

Use rainwater or, alternatively, tap water, watering either by hand or via an irrigation system. Immediately after repotting, water regularly and adjust the frequency according to the plant’s needs, taking care to prevent both waterlogging and periods of drought. Thereafter, keep the growing medium consistently moist but free from waterlogging, which can lead to the development of fungal diseases and subsequent root rot. Do not overwater, particularly in early spring when temperatures are still low.

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Fertilising

After proper settling following potting, apply a specific liquid fertiliser for ornamental plants directly to the medium, to be diluted in the irrigation water without exceeding the dosage and frequency.

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Edibility for humans

Non-edible.

Toxicity for humans

Like other euphorbias, the latex contained in the plant’s tissues can cause contact irritation. Wear gloves when handling the plant and do not ingest any part of it.

Tip

Do not over-water, especially in early spring when temperatures are still low. A plant that loves summer heat.