| Common Name | Candelabra Spurge |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Euphorbia |
| Species | Rigida |
| Origin | Mediterranean Basin |
| Blooming | Yellow flowers in winter to early spring (Jan-Mar) |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green stems, yellow bracts |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Succulents plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Sandy, gritty, well-draining soil mix; avoid clay to prevent root rot
Drought tolerant. Water sparingly in winter, moderate in spring/summer. Allow soil to dry completely between waterings.
Requires full sun for best growth and flowering; tolerates partial shade but may elongate
Apply slow-release fertilizer once in early spring only; avoid overfeeding
Wear gloves when pruning due to toxic milky sap; remove spent flowers and dead stems
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