Euphorbia ingens
Candelabra Tree
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.