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Euphorbia erytrea Double Stem (Candelabara Cactus/ Desert Cactus)

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£285
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Please note, we unfortunately cannot post this plant due to their weight and size. They can be ordered for collection or local delivery in Brighton and Hove only.

Euphorbia erytrea is a statement plant for any room and is native to parts of Africa. Euphorbias are technically succulents and not cacti but have adapted to the same conditions. This euphorbia is a striking dark green with has a four ridged trunk which will branch and is covered in spines. This plant can reach up to 2 meters!

RATING- Super Easy

LOVES- A very bright to sunny spot. Water when soil has dried out.

HATES- Over-watering. Over-feeding (Feed only when actively growing)

Pot diameter 27cm

Approximate height 170cm

Toxicity rating- Not safe for pets. Beware of the milky sap as it is an irritant to skin, wash with warm water if it comes in contact with skin.

More information and care recommendations are below.

    Overview

    Euphorbia ingens is a succulent shrub from the huge variety of flowering plants in the genus Euphorbia. The thick trunk has edges covered in thorns. This succulent can grow to heights of 12 metres (although this may take quite a few years).

    Quick Care Guide

    Care Difficulty: Super easy to care for, brilliant plant for beginners as they don’t require much care.

    Light requirements: Warm bright sunny spot, with some direct sunlight being ideal. A south facing windowsill is ideal.

    Watering: Water thoroughly but allow this plant to dry out completely between waterings. Drought tolerant, its best to underwater then to overwater. Reduce watering in winter.

    Humidity: Does not need any extra humidity.

    Toxicity: Toxic to humans and pets

    Feeding: Enjoys being fed during Spring- Summer growth period. Always follow the instructions on your feed of choice. A cactus feed is best.

    Repotting: Repot around every couple of years -check to see if the roots are coming out the bottom of the pot.

    Euphorbia erytrea Double Stem (Candelabara Cactus/ Desert Cactus)
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    Delivery & Returns

    Delivery

    FREE UK DELIVERY ON ALL ORDERS OVER £50.

    Free local delivery to Brighton & Hove homes and surrounding areas is available.

    UK Nationwide delivery fees (for total orders under £50):

    • £4 for 48-hour tracked delivery via Royal Mail
    • £6.95 tracked next-day working day delivery with UPS (order must be received before 2pm to guarantee next-day delivery).

    These charges cover the whole order, regardless of how many items. Please email us if you would like the option to upgrade your shipping for faster delivery.

    More details can be found on our Plant Delivery Information page.

    Refunds & returns

    Refunds are available for any plant or product with an obvious fault. The request must be made within 7 days of delivery via email or by phone.

    Any products damaged in transit will require photos to be submitted via email. If we think they are salvageable we will provide you with return labels. If they are not we will provide a full refund, but we require the complaint to be submitted within 7 days of receiving the plant.

    Any return of plants within 7 days for any other reason will require the customer to pay for that return postage. Full details can be found here on our Refunds Policy page.

    Please note: Refunds or exchanges can not be made on ‘Sale’ items.