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Euphorbia ingens 21cm H60cm

Euphorbia ingens 21cm H60cm

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Euphorbia ingens is a dramatic candelabra-style succulent tree with tall, sculptural branching. Ideal for sunny interiors, it adds strong architectural form and thrives on minimal care.

  • Full Botanical Name: Euphorbia ingens
  • Common Names: Candelabra Tree, African Milk Tree
  • Country and/or Region of Origin: Southern Africa
  • Growing Conditions in Native Habitat: Arid savannas with intense sunlight and rocky soils

Care Guide

  • Care Guide:
  • Light: Bright light to full sun.
  • Ideal Room: Sunny living rooms, conservatories
  • Feeding: Cactus fertiliser once monthly in summer.
  • Humidity: Prefers low humidity environments.
  • Ideal Temperature: 18–32°C
  • Watering: Water sparingly; allow soil to fully dry.
  • Pet/Child Safe: Highly toxic — milky sap is irritating
  • Soil Type: Gritty cactus mix
  • Propagation: Stem cuttings (allow sap to callous first)
  • Eventual Height and Spread: 1–3 m indoors
  • Growth Rate: Moderate–fast in good light
  • Pests and Treatment: Scale, mealybugs
  • Repotting: Every 2–3 years
  • Pruning: Minimal; avoid sap exposure
  • Air Purification: Good
  • Folklore: Traditionally associated with protection but handled cautiously.
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