Crown of thorns is  a flowering plant that is native to Madagascar. It is a type of succulent plant from the Euphorbia family.   It is a great plant for beginners as it is very forgiving with care-taking mistakes. It comes in many varieties that produce various coloured flowers in red, pink, white or yellow. 

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This plant loves the sun. Put it in a place that receives as much bright light as possible. This will keep it flowering for longer periods of time and will keep the colour of the blooms much more vibrant. 

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It prefers dry air over humid environments.

Water  when the  first few inches of the top soil have dried out ( about every week or so).  Give it a good watering through and wait for the soil to dry again before the next watering. 

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Crown of thorns like sandy, well-draining soil.  A mixture of peat, sand and soil is normally used. Repot your crown of thorns one pot size up every 3 years. 

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This plant has a toxic milk made of latex. Avoid contact with skin, and ingestion.  Handle plant with care. Use gloves when transplanting. Keep out of reach of small animals and children. 

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