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Euphorbia ingens

Candelabra Tree

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Description

Euphorbia ingens is an upright, tree-like succulent , that grows up to 35 feet tall. It established a central trunk and then forms a rounded crown when fully mature. The individual branches are segmented with spines traveling along the ridges of the segments. In the fall, it has small, greenish yellow flowers on the ridges of the uppermost segment of every branch. The fruit starts out red and turns to purple when ripening.

 

Plant Type

Succulent

Height Range

25-40'

Width Range

3-6', 6-12'

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

Flower Season

Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Purple, Red

Fruit Season

Winter, 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, Raised Planter, Roadside, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Container, Filler

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.