Euphorbia Gorgonis
The Euphorbia Gorgonis is a surprising succulent plant with a primitive and fascinating appearance, appealing to caudex collectors for its singular look. This species forms a swollen caudex shaped like a flattened or slightly domed disc, from which numerous rigid, branched and angular stems emerge, reminiscent of the serpents of Greek mythology Medusa — hence its name inspired by the gorgon. It evokes a small petrified plant monster, perfect for pot cultivation where it plays a strong decorative role.
Its color ranges from grey-green to olive green, sometimes with purplish shades on young growth. The caudex is partly buried, and its growth is slow but steady. This euphorbia is often confused with Euphorbia Flanaganii, but it differs with more robust stems, a more compact habit, and discreet yet characteristic flowering.
🌞 Bright light: It appreciates direct sunlight for a few hours, ideally in the morning or late afternoon.
🌤️ Protection: In summer, light shade is preferable during the hottest hours to prevent the stems from burning.
💧 Spring / summer: Water moderately once the substrate is completely dry. A frequency of 1 to 2 times per month is often sufficient.
❄️ Winter: Almost completely stop watering, especially if the plant enters dormancy.
🚨 Warning: Excess moisture is fatal. A soft caudex is a warning sign not to ignore.
🌡️ Ideal temperatures: between 20 and 30 °C during the growing season.
❄️ Minimum threshold: It does not tolerate frost. Keep it above 10 °C.
Mixture of a good cactus substrate, add 50% perlite to aerate the soil then complete with pumice stone on the surface for final drainage
🌸 Period: It generally flowers in spring.
🌼 Flowers: Very small yellow cyathia located at the tips of the stems. They are not ornamental but indicate the plant’s good condition.
