Commonly known as African Candelabra, Ammak grows into a small tree potentially around 6m in height.
Becomes a real statement plant as it grows and is ideal for xeriscape and architectural minimalist gardens.
The creamy coloring interspersed with light green makes this an excellent contrast plant.
Plant Size:
Height:
Ultimately grows into a small candelabra shaped tree of around 4-6m
Width:
2-3m
Light Requirement
full sun preferred, but can handle light shade
Disease and pest resistance：
good, just keep an eye out for mealy bug and possibly scale
Coastal Suitability:
Yes
Soil Type：
Free draining
Cold & Frost Tolerance：
Not frost tolerant
Growth Rate:
moderately fast
Water Requirement:
water during summer but allow to dry between watering, keep dry in winter
Suitability For container
large pots
Ensure large specimens are in sufficiently large and stable pots
Spikes:
Not too much to be concerned about BUT like all Euphorbias, the sap is toxic, so always wear gloves and eye protection when handling these plants
Yemen, Saudi Arabian Peninsula
Sun grown
Yes
Other:
Multi-branched specimens can be damaged in strong winds by the branches hitting each other, protected locations obviously minimise this risk
*Milky sap (when plant is damaged or cut) can cause irritation to eyes and skin. Always use gloves and eye protection when working with this plant*.