Euphorbia Ingens
Euphorbia Ingens
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Botanical Name: Euphorbia ingens
Common Names: Candelabra Tree, Naboom, Cowboy Cactus (commonly used but technically incorrect)
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Origin: Southern Africa, including South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique
Main Characteristics
- Growth Habit: A tree-like succulent that can reach heights of up to 10 meters in its natural habitat. In pots, it typically remains much smaller.
- Structure: Thick, upright green branches with four distinct ridges, forming a candelabra shape.
- Leaves: Tiny and short-lived; they fall off early in the plant’s development.
- Sap: Produces a white, milky latex when cut, which is toxic and can irritate the skin and eyes.
- Flowers: Small yellow-green flowers appear along the upper ridges of mature branches.
Care Guide
| Condition | Recommendation |
|---|---|
| Light | Thrives in full sun to partial shade. Needs strong light to grow well. |
| Water | Very drought-tolerant. Water only when the soil is completely dry. Avoid overwatering. |
| Soil | Requires well-draining soil, such as a cactus or succulent mix. |
| Temperature | Prefers warm temperatures (18 to 30°C). Must be protected from frost. |
| Fertiliser | Use a diluted cactus or succulent fertiliser during the growing season (spring and summer). Do not fertilise in winter. |
The first photo serves a display purpose only. The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 190mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same.
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We usually ship bare root for freshness and to keep costs low, but we’re happy to pot your plant on request!
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