Somona

Common Name	Euphorbia Somona, Crown of Thorns
Botanical Name	Euphorbia milli
Origins	Modern varieties are bred from plants originating in Madagascar
Season Availability	Most of the year except in winter
Description	Somona is a succulent with thick dark green fleshy leaves and a brown stem with soft thorns. The flowers are quite insignificant but are surrounded by showy coloured bracts. Like other members of the Euphorbia family the plant produces a white latex sap when leaves, flowers or stems are damaged. To avoid irritation of the skin wear gloves when handling and wash skin immediately
Colours	The decorative bracts come in shades of pink and red
Growing Conditions	Somona is best displayed in a well-lit position indoors or on a sheltered patio. It will remain decorative for many weeks.
Care Instructions	Water plants once a week but ensure soil dries out slightly between watering. Feed with a soluble fertiliser twice a month to ensure continuous flowering