Euphorbia lactea 'Cristata' (Candelabra cactus 'Cristata')

Cultivation

Under glass, grow in 3 parts loam-based compost, 1 part grit in full light. Ventilate well. In growth, water sparingly & apply low-nitrogen liquid feed monthly; keep dry in winter. Outdoors in frost-free areas, grow in well-drained soil in full sun. This plant is created by grafting Euphorbia lactea 'Cristata' to a Euphorbia neriifolia base.

Suggested uses

Containers/Patio, Sub-Tropical, Drought Tolerant, Low Maintenance, Greenhouse, Indoor, Conservatory

UK hardiness

H2

USDA zones

Zone 10, Zone 11

Sunset zone

24

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Evergreen

Habit

Erect

Native to

Garden origin

Drought tolerant

Yes

Flood tolerant

No

Toxicity

Sap causes severe skin irritation & severe eye pain, including temporary blindness that can last several days. All parts are highly toxic, possibly fatal, if ingested.