Euphorbia Milii Vulcanic

Crown of thorns 'Vulcanic' (Euphorbia milii 'Vulcanic')

This classic and exceptionally hardy crown of thorns stands out for its unusual and dramatic contrast - harsh, thorny stems and delicate, fiery red flowers that can delight you almost all year round under the right conditions. The special 'Vulcanic' variety offers an especially rich and vibrant flower color reminiscent of glowing lava. It is a famously undemanding, slow-growing, and very long-lived houseplant that will add a touch of desert romance and exoticism to any interior. It is an excellent and bold gift for owners of sunny windowsills and busy people looking for a flowering plant that is hard to kill!

CARE INSTRUCTIONS:

• ☀️ Light: Maximum bright light and direct sunlight. Euphorbia is a true sun lover - the more sunlight it receives, the more abundantly and for longer it will bloom. A south- or southwest-facing windowsill is an absolutely ideal choice. In a dark location, the plant will become leggy and stop flowering.

• 💧 Watering: Infrequent and careful. Allow the top layer of soil and even part of the deeper soil (at least 3-5 cm) to dry out completely between waterings. Euphorbia stores water in its fleshy stems, so it tolerates drought very well, but it absolutely cannot tolerate overwatering or soaking in standing water, which will quickly cause root rot. Watering should be significantly reduced during the winter months.

• 🌡️ Temperature/Humidity: It thrives at standard room temperature and literally adores ordinary, dry indoor air. It must not be misted! During the warm summer months, the plant will be extremely happy if you move it outside into the sun on a terrace or balcony.

• 🐾 Pets: Absolutely not pet-friendly! This plant requires great caution. First, its stems are covered with sharp thorns. Second, a white, sticky sap (latex) flows inside the euphorbia, which is extremely toxic and strongly irritates the skin and mucous membranes. Keep it strictly out of reach of cats, dogs, and small children!

🏠 BEST ROOM:

• Sunny windowsill in the living room or kitchen (where it will receive direct sunlight to form flower buds).

• Bright office (as a patient and colorful addition to the work environment that does not require frequent watering).

• Sunny balcony or terrace in summer (where the heat will coax out the most flowers).

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Height: 20-25 cm

• Pot diameter: 12 cm

⚠️ Note: Plants are living organisms, so each specimen may differ slightly from the one shown in the image. It is important to remember - if you plan to repot the plant or trim a withered branch, always wear gardening gloves to protect your hands from the thorns and poisonous plant sap, and avoid getting the sap in your eyes! Also, do not worry if the plant sheds some of its leaves during the dark winter months - they will grow back in spring.