Euphorbia milii

Spiky beauty

Madagascar

Did you know that Euphobia Milii is also known as Christ's thorn because, according to the stories, the crown of Christ is said to be woven from the branches of this plant?

Euphorbia Milii, better known as the Christ's Thorn, is a flowering succulent that originated in remote Madagascar. This striking plant gets its name from its branches with sharp thorns, which are said to be woven into the crown of Christ.

What makes Euphorbia Milii so popular is its low maintenance and drought tolerance. This bushy succulent with thick, fleshy leaves blooms profusely, and with enough light it can produce flowers all year round. So a great choice for those looking for a beautiful, easy-to-care-for plant that continues to shine even in winter!

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Care tips

A light, sunny location

The Christthorn likes warmth and lots of (sun) light. The living room is therefore excellent for this plant. Even a windowsill near the heating is well tolerated, as dry, warm air is no problem for the Christthorn. Full sun is also fine, but let it get used to it gradually. Outside on the patio or balcony, this plant will also do just fine.

Keep moist, the potting soil must not dry out

As with any plant, it is best to water regularly and not let the pot ball dry out. However, this plant does not need very much water. This way, you will be able to enjoy this rich bloomer for as long as possible. Euphorbia Milii is a particularly strong plant that can get very old with some love.

Remove old flowers

To keep the plant looking more beautiful for longer, it is wise to remove spent flowers. Be careful because there are sharp spines on the plant. The Euphorbia Milii can display rich blooms for months. If you decide to prune the Christthorn, caution is advised because the sap is irritating to the touch and it is best not to ingest it.