Euphorbia x lomii [Supergrandiflora Red]

Also Known As

Euphorbia milii var. splendens 'Supergrandiflora Red'
Giant Red Crown of Thorns
Sijou
Supergrandiflora Crown of Thorns

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

10a-12

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Euphorbia x lomii [Supergrandiflora Red] plant details

Euphorbia x lomii [Supergrandiflora Red] is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia x lomii [Supergrandiflora Red]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia x lomii [Supergrandiflora Red]

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long lasting pairs of large rounded cherry red bracts (think of the Poinsettia) surround the small yellow true flowers of this exceptionally free flowering and easy to grow giant form of the Crown of Thorns. Established plants can flower continuously throughout the year when grown under frost and freeze free conditions and preferably when kept above 50oF. The Giant Red Crown of Thorns is a naturally upright evergreen shrub and makes for an easy and forgiving indoor, porch, or patio specimen plant. Provide a well-draining soil to cactus-like soil although they are fairly adaptable. Thrives even under hot sunny conditions as well as in a sunny window.