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
Additional information
| Generic | Euphorbia |
|---|---|
| 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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