Euphorbia milii (Crown of thorns) - Image 61

Botanical name: Euphorbia milii

Common name: Crown of thorns

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Origin: Madagascar

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftFull sunWater Requirement: Low. Allow soil to dry out between wateringsWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryYellow, orange flowersRed, crimson, vinous flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersThorny or spinyPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsIrritating plantSeaside, salt tolerant plant
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Euphorbia milii (Crown of thorns) lime green flower close up held against a human hand
Euphorbia milii (Crown of thorns) lime green flower cluster held in a hand for scale
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