Red Caustic-Creeper (Euphorbia thymifolia)
Euphorbia thymifolia, commonly known as Red Caustic-Creeper, is a prostrate, mat-forming annual herb with milky sap, often found in disturbed soils.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging.
Soil
Tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. Adaptable to poor soil conditions.
Temperature
Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding is sufficient; a balanced fertilizer diluted once or twice during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Tolerates various light conditions
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging.
Moderate watering during growing season
Tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soils. Adaptable to poor soil conditions.
Thrives in warm temperatures between 18-25 °C.
Avoid frost
Outdoor
Light feeding is sufficient; a balanced fertilizer diluted once or twice during the growing season.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Creeper, Herb
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Place Type
Groundcover
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.05-0.15 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None (annual)
Leaf Color
Green, Reddish
Leaf Type
Opposite, ovate to oblong
Flower Size
2-3 mm
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familyEuphorbiaceae
- genusEuphorbia
- speciesEuphorbia thymifolia
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 3/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No
The milky sap can cause skin irritation and blistering upon contact. Ingestion can lead to gastrointestinal upset.