Crown of Thorns. An interesting houseplant with tiny yellow flowers and showy red bracts. Max Height 90cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Min temp 55°F / 12°C. CAUTION skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten.
Euphorbia milii
An interesting houseplant with tiny yellow flowers and showy red bracts
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Euphorbia |
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Species | milii |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Crown of Thorns |
Flower Colour | scarlet, yellow |
Soil | |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 90cm |
Family | Euphorbiaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | Slow |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, July |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 55°F / 12°C |
Planting | |
Care | Allow compost to dry out between waterings, Water sparingly in winter |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | CAUTION skin and eye irritant/toxic if eaten |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Botrytis, Mealy bugs |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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