Red Kite

Add bold beauty and year-round color to your plant collection with Euphorbia milii ‘Red Kite’, an exceptional variety of the popular Crown of Thorns. Renowned for its brilliant red flowers and attractive compact form, this hardy succulent produces abundant clusters of blooms that create a striking contrast against its glossy dark green leaves.

Native to Madagascar, Euphorbia milii is celebrated for its durability and low-maintenance requirements. The ‘Red Kite’ variety stands out with its vibrant scarlet-red blossoms that flower almost continuously under bright conditions. Supported by sturdy thorny stems and healthy foliage, this eye-catching plant makes a perfect centerpiece for decorative pots, sunny windowsills, balconies, patios, and rock gardens.

Thanks to its drought-tolerant nature, Euphorbia milii ‘Red Kite’ thrives with minimal care. A sunny location and occasional watering are all it needs to reward you with spectacular blooms throughout the year. Its compact growth habit and colorful flowers make it suitable for both beginners and experienced collectors.

Key Features

• Brilliant red flowers with long-lasting blooms.
• Blooms almost continuously throughout the year.
• Compact and bushy growth habit.
• Drought tolerant and easy to maintain.
• Attractive glossy green foliage with characteristic thorny stems.
• Ideal for balconies, patios, terraces, and sunny windows.
• Perfect for decorative containers and succulent collections.
• Suitable for beginners and experienced gardeners.

Plant Specifications

• Botanical Name: Euphorbia milii ‘Red Kite’
• Common Name: Red Kite Crown of Thorns
• Plant Type: Flowering Succulent
• Growth Habit: Compact upright shrub
• Light Requirement: Full Sun to Bright Indirect Light
• Watering: Allow soil to dry completely between waterings
• Ideal Temperature: 18–35°C
• Humidity: Average household humidity
• Pet Friendly: No (milky sap may cause skin and eye irritation)
• Best Placement: Sunny windows, balconies, patios, terraces, rock gardens, and decorative pots

Euphorbia milii ‘Red Kite’ is a vibrant and resilient flowering succulent that offers dazzling red blooms and effortless care, making it a perfect addition to homes, offices, balconies, and gardens. ❤️🌿