African Candelabra

Euphorbia Ammak 'Green'

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Overview

Euphorbia ammak 'Green', commonly known as African Candelabra, is an impressive, sculptural succulent reaching up to 30 feet in height. Its vertical, ribbed branches resemble a candelabra and are armed with sharp spines. This drought-resistant plant showcases pale green coloration and, under full sun, the edges exhibit a yellowish hue. Ideal for xeriscaping, it creates a bold, exotic focal point in any arid landscape design. Zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater LowZones 11–11

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — commonly known as African Candelabra

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — which can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — thorny ridges that run vertically along its columns

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — yellowish-green flowers may appear around the branch tips in late spring to early summer

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — needing minimal water once established

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens or xeriscaped areas

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — It prefers well-draining soil and is hardy to approximately 30°F (-1°C)

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 11–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Euphorbiaceae

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African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — commonly known as African Candelabra

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — which can cause skin irritation or allergic reactions

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — thorny ridges that run vertically along its columns

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — yellowish-green flowers may appear around the branch tips in late spring to early summer

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — needing minimal water once established

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens or xeriscaped areas

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — It prefers well-draining soil and is hardy to approximately 30°F (-1°C)

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — Caution should be exercised when handling this plant

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — Native to the Arabian Peninsula; making it an excellent choice for water-wise gardens or xeriscaped areas

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — Ideal for xeriscaping, it creates a bold, exotic focal point in any arid landscape design; around 15 to 20 feet

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — the edges exhibit a yellowish hue; its vertical, ribbed branches resemble a candelabra and are armed with sharp

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — Its vertical, ribbed branches resemble a candelabra and are armed with sharp spines; it prefers well-draining

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — sculptural succulent reaching up to 30 feet in height; with vertically ribbed branches resembling the form of a

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — commonly known as African Candelabra; the edges exhibit a yellowish hue

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — succulent for full

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — as it exudes a toxic white sap when cut or damaged

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — the edges exhibit a yellowish hue

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — Its vertical, ribbed branches resemble a candelabra and are armed with sharp spines

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — sculptural succulent reaching up to 30 feet in height

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — Native to the Arabian Peninsula

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — contrasted with lighter-toned

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — presents a lush green coloration

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — with vertically ribbed branches resembling the form of a candelabra

African Candelabra (Euphorbia Ammak 'Green') — around 15 to 20 feet in height.<br><br>This species boasts a distinctive

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