How to care for a Euphorbia White Ghost

How To Care for a Euphorbia White Ghost

Sunlight requirements

Thrives in bright direct light, but can tolerate bright indirect light.

Watering requirements

Water every 2-3 weeks in direct light, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.

Is this plant pet-friendly?

This plant may NOT be suitable for a home with pets.

Fun Fact

Its pale color comes from a lack of chlorophyll—the pigment that helps plants absorb sunlight—causing it to grow more slowly, but bright light (or a grow light!) can help it grow faster.

Plant Origin

Asia

Common Sad Plant Signs

Here's our list of solutions to common issues that may arise with the Euphorbia White Ghost:
  • Leaf Drop

Normal as leaves can be deciduous. New leaves will grow back as the plant adapts to its environment

  • Wrinkled, dry potting mix:

Thirsty plant, underwatered

  • Blanched center:

Needs more sunlight

  • Yellowing stems, wet potting mix:

Root rot, overwatered