(Euphorbia spp. pilulifera, E. hirta)
Poison V
Folk Names: Crown of Thorns, Spurge,
Wolf’s Milk, Pill-Bearing Spurge, Catshair,
Mziwaziwa
Gender: Feminine
Planet: Saturn
Element: Water
Powers: Purification, Protection
Magical Uses: In Anman, a branch of the
euphorbia is brought into a house to
cleanse it after childbirth. The euphorbia is
also an extremely protective plant, grown
indoors or out.
The milky white juice is sometimes used
in magical oils and salves, but is extremely
poisonous and should not be used carelessly.