Why will I love it?
Euphorbia ammak ‘Variegata’, the ghost euphorbia, is a stunning plant that enhances any collection with its strong, sculptural quality and ashen green/cream-white appearance. When placed among the green foliage of most houseplants it creates excellent contrast and variation.
Light or shade?
Bright direct to indirect light.
Where should I put it?
Prime sunbathing position: beside a south-facing window sill.
How do I keep it alive?
In summer, water every seven to 10 days, ensuring the soil completely dries out between waterings as this plant is prone to root rot; in winter, reduce this to every four to six weeks. Its variegated nature, with near-white areas, means its chlorophyll levels, needed for photosynthesis, are low. To compensate for this, it requires bright direct sunlight. But the pale colouring means it’s also very susceptible to scorching, so if the sun exposure becomes too intense in summer, remember to rotate your plant, protect it with window frosting or move it back from a south-facing window.
Did you know …
When ingested, it is toxic to pets and children, and its milky white sap irritates the skin and eyes.
