Euphorbia flanaganii – “The Medusa’s Secret”
February 20, 2025

- Scientific Name: Euphorbia flanaganii
- Other Names: Medusa’s Head, Medusoid Euphorbia
- Season: Warmer months (spring to summer for most active growth)
- Color: Green with small yellow flowers
- Symbolism: Mystery, uniqueness, and adaptability
- Short Distinctive Quality: A surreal succulent with snake-like arms radiating from a central “head,” resembling the mythical Medusa.
💡 Did you know?
Though it looks like a cactus, it’s actually a succulent from the Euphorbia family—full of white sap that can be toxic!
💐 A conversation starter in succulent collections for its unusual shape.
🌈 Thrives in dry conditions and stores water in its thick, twisting stems.
✨ Needs minimal care and loves basking in the sun.