Euphorbia horrida monstrose Holiday_Gifts With a magnificent spike of

With a magnificent spike of long-lasting purple to crimson inflorescences

It is also famed in the world by its common name 'Sunset Aloe’

It is likely to have a very restricted range

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Euphorbia horrida monstrose Holiday_Gifts With a magnificent spike ofOrigin: South Africa, this one is a spiny succulent shrub with irregular basally clumping stems. It has clustered crowns of somewhat ferocious spines much like the true cacti. Blooms in summer and it is a pretty easy species. Hardiness: 25 F 4C (14 F 10 C if the roots are kept dry) Sun exposure: Light shade to full sun Growth habits: grow well in a very draining mineral potting substrate but it isn't picky about soil Watering needs: Can be watered