Euphorbia milii 'Golden Orb' - Crown of Thorns (WA Prohibited)

Euphorbia milii 'Golden Orb' is a cultivar of Euphorbia milii, a species native to Madagascar where it typically grows in rocky, dry thickets. This selection is characterised by its rounded, golden-yellow bracts that surround the small central cyathia. Like other crown of thorns cultivars, it bears spiny, semi-woody stems and succulent green leaves, often persisting year-round under favourable conditions. It has been developed for ornamental use and is popular in warm climates or as a container specimen.

Care Tips:

• Light: Requires full sun to flower well; tolerates bright indoor light
• Water: Allow the soil to dry out between waterings; sensitive to overwatering
• Humidity: Tolerant of dry indoor air; avoid excessive humidity
• Media: Use a well-draining cactus or succulent mix
• Temperature: Performs best between 20–30 °C; avoid exposure below 10 °C
• Fertiliser: Feed monthly during growing season with a balanced, diluted fertiliser
• Repotting: Repot every few years or when roots become pot-bound

Additional Notes:

• Known to be toxic