However, as the name "crown of thorns" suggests, the plant is covered with 1-inch-long very sharp spines, which means it’s ...

While Crown of Thorns is slow-growing, reaching about two feet in height when kept indoors, its spiky green leaves still pack a visual punch. This succulent is also quite simple to care for: here ...

Thorny vines outside of your door can be used to create a crown of thorns for Lent. (photo: Emily Malloy photo) Emily Malloy Features March 4, 2025.

A new theory explains how juvenile crown-of-thorns sea stars (commonly known as starfish) can destabilize coral reefs. The 'degraded reef framework' explains how the loss of live coral, which ...

FILE - The crown of thorns relic believed to have been worn by Jesus Christ is displayed on the altar during a Good Friday veneration at the St Germain l'Auxerrois church in Paris, Friday, April 2 ...

However, as the name "crown of thorns" suggests, the plant is covered with 1-inch-long very sharp spines, which means it’s not an ideal plant to have in your home if you have curious kids or pets.

Starting Jan. 10, the Crown of Thorns will be displayed for public veneration every Friday until April 18, culminating on Good Friday. Afterward, it will be shown on the first Friday of each month.

Starting Jan. 10, the Crown of Thorns will be displayed for public veneration every Friday until April 18, culminating on Good Friday. Afterward, it will be shown on the first Friday of each month.