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Candelabra Tree

Euphorbia Ingens

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Overview

The Euphorbia ingens, or Candelabra Tree, is a striking succulent renowned for its upright, branching structure resembling a candelabrum. Indigenous to South Africa, it reaches heights of 30-40 feet with branches spanning 1-1.5 feet in diameter. Suited for arid climates, it bears small yellow flowers. Use caution: its milky sap can be toxic. Ideal as a focal point in xeriscapes, ensure ample space to accommodate its grand silhouette.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–10Type Succulent
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Indigenous to South Africa, it reaches heights of 30-40 feet with branches spanning 1-1.5 feet in diameter, image 99

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Succulent
Family
Euphorbiaceae

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Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — succulent for full; the Euphorbia ingens requires minimal maintenance once established, image 120
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — lending to the plant's common name; ideal as a focal point in xeriscapes, ensure ample space to accommodate, image 63
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — With its bold silhouette and low water needs; bear a strong resemblance to the spire-like arms of a candelabra, image 95
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — the Candelabra Tree can reach up to 30 to 40 feet; branching structure resembling a candelabrum, image 59
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — maintain a distance from walkways and sitting areas; the Euphorbia ingens produces small yellowish-green flowers at the
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Use caution: its milky sap can be toxic; native to the dry regions of southern Africa, image 77
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — the Candelabra Tree can reach up to 30 to 40 feet; branching structure resembling a candelabrum, image 83
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Ideal as a focal point in xeriscapes, ensure ample space to accommodate its grand silhouette; lending to the, image 54
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — commonly referred to as the Candelabra Tree; needing only occasional watering during prolonged dry spells, image 103
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Ideal as a focal point in xeriscapes, ensure ample space to accommodate its grand silhouette; lending to the plant's
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — succulent for full; the Euphorbia ingens requires minimal maintenance once established, image 96
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Native to the dry regions of southern Africa; use caution: its milky sap can be toxic
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Due to its potential growth size; indigenous to South Africa, it reaches heights of 30-40 feet with branches, image 90
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — making it a prime candidate for gardens in similar climates.<br><br>Characterized by its towering height
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — needing only occasional watering during prolonged dry spells; commonly referred to as the Candelabra Tree, image 94
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Indigenous to South Africa, it reaches heights of 30-40 feet with branches spanning 1-1.5 feet in diameter, image 51
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — typically numbering between 4 and 12
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Throughout spring to early summer; typically numbering between 4 and 12, image 88
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — Throughout spring to early summer; typically numbering between 4 and 12
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — branching structure resembling a candelabrum; the Candelabra Tree can reach up to 30 to 40 feet, image 74
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — the Euphorbia ingens produces small yellowish-green flowers at the branch tips; maintain a distance from, image 113
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — typically numbering between 4 and 12; throughout spring to early summer
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — the Euphorbia ingens requires minimal maintenance once established; succulent for full, image 69
Candelabra Tree (Euphorbia Ingens) — the Euphorbia ingens produces small yellowish-green flowers at the branch tips
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