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Euphorbia ammak ‘Variegata’ (Candelabra Spurge)

Variegated Candelabra Spurge, Variegated African candelabra, Ghost Euphorbia, Euphorbia erythraeae f. variegata

Euphorbia ammak 'Variegata', Variegated Candelabra Spurge, Variegated African candelabra,  Euphorbia erythraeae f. variegata
Euphorbia ammak 'Variegata', Variegated Candelabra Spurge, Variegated African candelabra,  Euphorbia erythraeae f. variegata
Euphorbia ammak 'Variegata', Variegated Candelabra Spurge, Variegated African candelabra,  Euphorbia erythraeae f. variegata
Euphorbia ammak 'Variegata', Variegated Candelabra Spurge, Variegated African candelabra,  Euphorbia erythraeae f. variegata

Euphorbia ammak ‘Variegata’ (Candelabra Spurge) is a striking evergreen succulent with a short trunk and upright branches in the shape of a branched candelabra. The entire surface is marbled with creamy-yellow and pale blue-green. The ribs are thick, wavy, usually four-winged, with contrasting dark brown spines. Fast-growing, Candelabra Spurge should be given plenty of room to grow. Very architectural, this prickly, columnar succulent tree brings a ravishing silhouette to the desert or succulent garden.

  • Typically grows up to 15-20 ft. tall (4-6 m) and 6-8 ft. wide (2-3 m).
  • This remarkable plant is resilient to most pests and diseases, is deer or rabbit resistant, and is easy to care for.
  • Performs best in full sun or light shade, in well-drained soils. Water regularly during the active growing season, but keep almost completely dry in winter.
  • Perfect addition to beds and borders, Mediterranean Gardens.
  • Native to Yemen, Saudi Arabia peninsula.
  • All parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested. The milky sap may cause irritation to the skin and eyes. Be very careful when handling this plant as the stems break easily and the milky sap can burn the skin. Use gloves and protective goggles.

Requirements

Hardiness 9 - 11
Plant Type Cactus & Succulents
Plant Family Euphorbiaceae
Genus Euphorbia
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m)
Spread 6' - 8' (180cm - 240cm)
Spacing 84" - 96" (210cm - 240cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Mediterranean Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden
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Euphorbia trigona (African Milk Tree)
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Euphorbia obesa (Baseball Plant)
Euphorbia resinifera (Resin Spurge)
Euphorbia mammillaris (Corncob Cactus)

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Requirements

Hardiness 9 - 11
Plant Type Cactus & Succulents
Plant Family Euphorbiaceae
Genus Euphorbia
Exposure Full Sun
Season of Interest Spring (Early, Mid, Late), Summer (Early, Mid, Late), Fall, Winter
Height 15' - 20' (4.6m - 6.1m)
Spread 6' - 8' (180cm - 240cm)
Spacing 84" - 96" (210cm - 240cm)
Maintenance Low
Water Needs Low
Soil Type Sand
Soil pH Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
Characteristics Showy, Evergreen
Tolerance Drought, Deer, Dry Soil, Rocky Soil
Garden Uses Beds And Borders
Garden Styles Mediterranean Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden
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