Euphorbia ingens

Description

Native to South Africa, Euphorbia ingens is commonly known as ‘Candelabra tree’ due to its distinct branching. This large tree-like succulent can grow up to 10 metres tall in the wild. From a stocky main stem emerges a crown of dark green branches, which with age develops a rough brown-grey bark that becomes fissured. Large specimens of this species often indicate periods of growth with wavey margins along their spiny ridges.

WATERING

In Summer water thoroughly only when 100% of the soil has dried out. A/W allow soil to dry 100% – water sparingly (every two months). Spring gradually increase watering – depending on temp and light exposure.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Full sun.

REPOTTING

Repot every 2-3 years using cacti & succulent compost.

FEED

Use a cactus feed from March – November every other time you water.

POT SIZE / HEIGHT

See available sizes below. Please note that, due to their natural variability, specimens’ height may be within 10-20% of the stated height below.

Plant supplied in plastic nursery pot.