Crown of Thorns Blossoms

This spiny plant is Euphorbia milii, known as crown of thorns. Its sharp stems and red bracts evoke the crown placed on Christ’s head during the Crucifixion in Christian tradition. Native to Madagascar and admired for its resilience, the plant is cultivated for both beauty and meaning. It's a living emblem of endurance and sacrifice at the InterContinental San José gardens.