“Euphorbia” Genus Succulents Euphorbia is a cactus-like genus with plants that fall under it originating from most of the continents in the world. They originate from Africa, Europe, Asia, North America, and South America. Spurge is the common name for the entire genus, but one of the most popular species, Euphorbia Milii, has several interesting common words. They include Crown of Thorns, Christ Thorn, and Christ Plant. Latin America and other Spanish-speaking regions are Corona de Cristo or Corona de Espinas. If you are familiar with the Bible, you may have already connected the names and the crucifixion of Christ. Legend has it that this plant’s thorns were used to make the crown of thorns put on Christ’s head during his crucifixion. Euphorbia Varieties Euphorbia has numerous varieties. Below is a table of the most common of them. Common NameBotanical NameUSDA ZonesPoinsettiaEuphorbia Pulcherimma10a – 11bDesert CandleEuphorbia Abyssinica9b -11bPencil CactusEuphorbia Tirucalli10 – 12African Milk TreeEuphorbia Trigona9 – 11Dragon Bones TreeEuphorbia Lactea10a – 11bCrown of ThornsEuphorbia Milli9 – 11Wood SpurgeEuphorbia Amygdaloides6 – 8Donkey Tail SpurgeEuphorbia Myrsinites5 – 9Basketball EuphorbiaEuphorbia Obesa9 – 11Cushion SpurgeEuphorbia Polychroma4 – 8 Euphorbia has over 2100 varieties, making it the most diverse flowering plant in the world. The number also makes it impossible to list all the varieties. One thing about this genus is that the plants under it are highly diverse and many hardly look alike apart from the common characteristics discussed earlier. Euphorbia Plants On Succulent City What Are Euphorbia Cactus Types? Euphorbia Milii Euphorbia Trigona Euphorbia Tithymaloides Euphorbia Trigona Rubra Euphorbia Lactea Euphorbia Lactea Cristata Euphorbia Ammak Euphorbia Ingens Euphorbia Obesa Euphorbia Characias Euphorbia Tirucalli Euphorbia Cotinifolia Euphorbia Horrida The Crested Euphorbia Euphorbia Leuconeura Euphorbia Myrsinites Euphorbia Lambii Euphorbia Resinifera Euphorbia Flanaganii Euphorbia Grantii Euphorbia Antisyphilitica Euphorbia Acrurensis Euphorbia Lophogona Euphorbia Neriifolia Euphorbia Leucodendron Euphorbia Mammillaris Euphorbia Platyclada Euphorbia Candelabrum Euphorbia Canariensis Euphorbia Spiralis Euphorbia Stellata Euphorbia Francoisii Euphorbia Loricata Euphorbia Stenoclada Euphorbia Decaryi Euphorbia Geroldii Euphorbia Royleana Euphorbia Anoplia Euphorbia Polygona Euphorbia Suzannae Euphorbia Monstrose Euphorbia Meloformis Euphorbia Poissonii Euphorbia Neohumbertii Euphorbia Hedyotoides Euphorbia Ritchiei Euphorbia Inermis Euphorbia Millotii Euphorbia Umbellata Euphorbia Viguieri Related TweetPinShare0 Shares ABOUT ME Richard Miller Salute everyone. It's Richard, the author of this Succulent & Xeriscaping blog. I am a traveler and a nature lover looking for a connection with the wild green. In my journey, I found a love for succulents and xeriscaping. What attracts me is the long-lasting & unique beauty of every plant I have the chance to see with my own eyes. Welcome to my little blog and let's enjoy a good time together! Contact me: richard.succulentcity@gmail.com Leave a Reply Cancel replyYou must be logged in to post a comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed. Connect with us on social! Pinterest Instagram YouTube Facebook