Euphorbia ammak 'Green'
African Candelabra
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:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.