Parodia microsperma houseplant Euphorbia Milii is an attractive

Euphorbia Milii is an attractive shrub with its origin in Madagascar

Over time it develops a thick caudex that resembles an elephant's foot or small tree trunk and has a rough and textured surface

completely covered by very strong hooked spines

the plant belongs to the Moraceae family and can grow up to a height of 1 foot

it might be an indication that it needs more sunlight

Parodia microsperma houseplant Euphorbia Milii is an attractiveParodia microsperma or Parodia ruellihamata Water requirements: drought tolerant Water regularly; do not overwater. Regular water in the summer. Do not overwater. Keep rather dry in winter. It rots easily if the substrate is wet and cold, tends to lose its roots in winter. Sun exposure: Sun to partial shade, light shade Hardiness: USDA Zone 9b: to 3. 8 C (25 F) USDA Zone 10a: to 1. 1 C (30 F) USDA Zone 10b: to 1. 7 C (35 F) USDA Zone 11: above 4. 5 C