Crown of Thorns

Add lasting colour and distinctive character to your garden with Crown of Thorns, a hardy flowering succulent known for its thorny stems, fresh green leaves, and clusters of colourful bracts. With sufficient sunlight, this resilient plant can bloom repeatedly throughout much of the year.

Crown of Thorns is well suited to Saudi Arabia’s hot and dry climate. It tolerates heat and periods of drought once established and requires only occasional watering, making it an excellent choice for sunny gardens, balconies, entrances, rock gardens, and containers.

Plant Details:

• Common name: Crown of Thorns
• Arabic name: إكليل الشوك
• Arabic pronunciation: Iklil Al-Shawk
• Scientific name: Euphorbia milii
• Family: Euphorbiaceae
• Plant type: Evergreen flowering succulent shrub
• Foliage: Small, oval green leaves
• Flowers: Colourful bracts surrounding small flowers
• Light: Full sun to partial shade
• Watering: Low
• Soil: Sandy and very well-drained
• Climate: Hot, dry, and sunny
• Growth rate: Slow to moderate
• Suitable for: Containers, balconies, entrances, rock gardens, borders, and landscaping
• Maintenance: Low

Care Tips:

• Place in a sunny location to encourage frequent flowering.
• Provide light afternoon shade during exceptionally hot summer periods.
• Water deeply, then allow the soil to dry well before watering again.
• Reduce watering during cooler weather.
• Avoid overwatering and standing water to prevent root rot.
• Use a well-drained cactus or succulent potting mix.
• Apply a diluted, balanced fertilizer during active growth.
• Remove faded flowers and dry or damaged stems when necessary.
• Protect the plant from frost and prolonged cold weather.
• Wear thick gloves when handling or pruning it.

Safety Note: Crown of Thorns has sharp spines and produces toxic, irritating milky sap. Avoid contact with the eyes and skin, and keep the plant away from children and pets. Do not ingest any part of the plant.

Note: Flower colour, height, shape, and fullness may vary according to the variety, season, and natural growth. The pot shown is a nursery container and may differ from the delivered container.