Madwoman's Milk (Euphorbia helioscopia)
Madwoman's Milk (Euphorbia helioscopia) is an annual herb with a milky sap, often considered a weed. It features small, yellow-green flowers in a distinctive umbel formation.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
Soil
Tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile loam. Adaptable to poor soils.
Temperature
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun.
Tolerates partial shade.
Water when the top inch of soil is dry.
Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Tolerates a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, moderately fertile loam. Adaptable to poor soils.
Grows best in moderate temperatures.
Ideal range 15-25°C.
Outdoor
Fertilize sparingly during the growing season.
Balanced liquid fertilizer is suitable.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Foliage
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.1-0.5 m
Spread
0.1-0.3 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None (annual)
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderMalpighiales
- familyEuphorbiaceae
- genusEuphorbia
- speciesEuphorbia helioscopia
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No
The sap of Euphorbia helioscopia is a skin irritant and can cause blistering. Ingestion can lead to gastrointestinal upset.