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About Poinsettia Plants
Poinsettia plants-botanical name: Euphorbia Pulcherrima, are indigenous to Central America and Mexico. They are part of the spurge family, the kind that oozes a milky sap when cut. There are over 150 variations- red, white, pink, and more.
The bright colored bracts are the plant’s leaves, and its flowers are delicate yellow ones at the center, called cyathia. It's the best selling house plant for the Christmas season. This plant is related to Christmas since the 16th century because the leaves naturally arrange themselves to resemble the Christmas Star. And hence, it is widely used in Christmas decorations.
Uses of Poinsettia
- Poinsettia is an ornamental plant used for decorative purposes.
- Poinsettia has colorful bracts and a considerably long shelf-life. It’s ideal for flower arrangements. It can stay fresh for up to two weeks with adequate water.
- Nestle poinsettia flowers among the branches of a Christmas tree and wreath for a traditional look.
Care Instructions
- Poinsettia needs a semi-cool location with bright, natural sunlight.
- It requires just enough water to keep the soil moist. Overwatering can cause root rot. Also, check the leaves. If it turns pale and yellow, it indicates insufficient water.
- Fertilize poinsettia with a houseplant fertilizer once in 2 weeks once new shoots appear below the bracts.
- Once the bracts fall off, prune it in April and consider repotting it in May.
Features of Poinsettia Plants
It can grow from 10 to 12 meters high as an outdoor plant, while as an indoor potted plant, it can grow from 1-3 meters high.
The bracts get their color from "photoperiodism,” which means they require darkness for at least 12-14 hours and 6-8 hours of sunlight to stimulate the transformation of leaves.
Typically, it blooms from November to March.
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FAQ
How to maintain Poinsettia plants?
Light: Poinsettias need a indirect bright light.Waterless (about once a week) when the top layer of the soil (1-2 inch) feels dry to touch ,after the blooms and leaves drop or shrivel. The plant needs this rest period after its blooming season.Cut back the stems to half their size in March or April. When new growth begins to appear, its safe to resume a more normal watering and feeding schedule. Use regular houseplant food, and follow the manufacturers instructions.Move the plant outdoors when the outside nighttime temperatures rise above 55 degrees Fahrenheit.Provide light but avoid placing it in direct sunlight.Plant the poinsettia in the ground, or leave it in the pot if you wish. Repotting may be necessary at the end of summer after the plant has grown. If the poinsettia is planted in the ground, you can expect a shrub-like plant during the summer.Pinch back new growth in June, July or August to promote a bushier plant.
Where to keep Poinsettia plants?
Keep your plant at such a location where it will get a natural bright indirect light each day.
When to plant Poinsettia seeds?
You can plant Poinsettia seeds in the winter season.
Why is my Poinsettia losing leaves?
Over-watering will cause the lower leaves to turn yellow and drop. Plants that are allowed to get too dry will wilt and also drop leaves.
Do Poinsettia plants need a lot of water?
No Poinsettia doesnt need a lot of water. water when the upper layer of the soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.Check the moisture in the soil before watering it, Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water. Do not overwater the plant.This plant doesn’t like to sit in waterlogged soil, so drainage is important to prevent rot.
When to plant Poinsettia?
You can plant Poinsettia in the winter season.
Do Poinsettia plants attract termites?
No, Poinsettia plants dont attract termites.
When to plant Poinsettia from cuttings?
Propagate Poinsettia cuttings in summer after the plant begins to produce new shoots at the base.
Why is my Poinsettia plant dropping leaves?
It may be due to Insufficient light, less watering, and cold temperature. So make sure your plant is in natural indirect light, water it when the upper layer of the soil feels dry to touch.Check the moisture in the soil before watering it, Poke your finger into the soil, if dry then apply water. Do not overwater the plant.This plant doesn’t like to sit in waterlogged soil, so drainage is important to prevent rot. Check the drainage hole to allow excess water to escape. Protect your plant from a cold climate by keeping it in a mildly warm and dry location.Feed it with any organic nitrogen-rich fertilizer once a month.
When to water Poinsettia plant?
Water it in the morning or evening when the upper layer of the soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch.
Poinsettia where to plant outdoors?
Plant Poinsettia indoor where it will get indirect bright light.
Do Poinsettias need sunlight?
Yes, Poinsettia needs indirect bright light.
When to trim Poinsettia plant?
Prune off the old stems in late winter or early spring by cutting them back to 4 to 6 inches in height and leaving one to three leaves on each stem. This forces new growth to appear at the leaf axis and paves the way for a full-plant that can support many blooms.
How often should Poinsettia plants be watered?
You should water your poinsettias whenever the soil (1-2 inches)feels dry to the touch, about once per week.
How long do Poinsettia plants last?
You can keep their Poinsettias for one or two years.
Are Poinsettia plants?
Yes, Poinsettias are plants.
How do Poinsettia plants turn red?
It is actually the plants leaves that provide its color through a process called photoperiodism. This process, in response to certain amounts of light or lack thereof, turns the leaves from green to red.
How to plant Poinsettia outside?
Sunlight Keep the plant outdoor or indoor in natural indirect bright light. Protect the plant from the afternoon direct harsh sunlight as it can cause damage to the foliage. Soil The soil should be well-drained and fertile rich in organic content. Watering Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. Water when topsoil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season. Application of Fertilizer During the main growing season feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month. Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily.