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Euphorbia ammak 'Green'

African Candelabra

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Description

Deep green, freely branching, upright stems form a beautiful candelabra shape. Young plants or plants kept in containers make a nice vertical accent in smaller gardens or patios, but when let loose to achieve their full size, it can be surprising. Mature plants can be as tall as 15-20 feet and 8-12 feet wide, weighing hundreds of pounds. New growth is adorned with fresh green leaves at the crown and at each thorn bract, which are later shed as the stems mature or at the onset of drought. Excellent as an indoor plant as well, as long as near a window that receives full sun. Full sun to partial shade in hot climates, tender to frost.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

12-25'

Width Range

3-6'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Purple, Red

Fruit Season

Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Thorns/Spines

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish, Tropical

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Silhouette, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Hedge, Screen, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Water Saving Tip:

Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems.

Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.