The Euphorbia milii (commonly known as the crown of thorns or Christ plant) features tiny, inconspicuous true flowers surrounded by showy, brightly colored petal-like bracts.Flower and Bract CharacteristicsThe Bracts: What look like petals are actually specialized leaves called bracts. They grow in pairs or small clusters (cymes) and provide the bright color.Bract Colors: Common shades include brilliant red, pink, coral, salmon, yellow, white, or bicolored combinations.True Flowers: The actual flowers are very small, cup-shaped, and usually colored yellow or green, sitting nestled right in the center of the colorful bracts.Bloom Time: Under warm and sunny conditions, the plant produces long-lasting blooms nearly year-round, peaking through the spring and sum