The "Crown of Thorns" (Euphorbia milii) is heavily marketed both as a tough, year-round flowering houseplant and as an authentic religious artifact for Holy Land pilgrimages and Lent. Sellers and marketers leverage its rich botanical and cultural history across several distinct channels. Authentic Artifacts: Marketers sell dried, handcrafted replicas of the crown (often sourced from Euphorbia milii stems) marketed specifically for Passion plays, church centers, and home devotions during Lent.  Symbolism: These decorative pieces are marketed as tangible reminders of Jesus Christ’s suffering and redemption. Sellers often include certificates of origin from regions like Bethlehem or Jerusalem