{"product_id":"nasiona-wilczomlecza-wielkiego-euphorbia-ingens","title":"Giant Spurge Seeds - Euphorbia Ingens","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eEuphorbia ingens\u003c\/strong\u003e – candelabra tree\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eEuphorbia ingens\u003c\/strong\u003e, known as the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003ecandelabra tree\u003c\/strong\u003e or giant spurge, is an impressive succulent stem plant belonging to the spurge family. It naturally occurs in the dry areas of southern and eastern Africa – including Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, Tanzania, Uganda, Kenya, Rwanda, Eswatini, and the northern and eastern regions of South Africa. In its natural habitat, it can reach up to 12 meters in height, forming a distinctive, spreading crown shaped like a candelabra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen grown in containers, it grows much more slowly and usually reaches about 200 cm in height, making it an impressive, long-lasting indoor decoration. Its silhouette remains striking and architectural for many years, making it a valued plant in modern arrangements and spaces inspired by desert climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBotanical characteristics and growth habit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eEuphorbia ingens\u003c\/strong\u003e produces thick, ribbed stems up to 7 cm in diameter, ending with short spines. Young shoots have an intense dark green color, becoming more massive and pronounced in texture over time. Branching occurs in tiers, giving the plant a shape reminiscent of a candlestick – hence its common name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom autumn to winter, the plant may bloom with small, yellowish-green flowers, followed by three-chambered fruits. As they mature, the fruits turn purple, providing an interesting decorative accent. Although the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003egiant spurge\u003c\/strong\u003e is often mistaken for a cactus, it differs notably by the presence of a characteristic, toxic milky latex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe latex secreted by the plant is highly toxic. Contact with skin or eyes can cause severe irritation and, in extreme cases, even vision damage. For this reason, all care tasks should be performed with caution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNatural habitat and ecological significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eEuphorbia ingens\u003c\/strong\u003e inhabits dry areas, dry savannas, and rocky slopes, where it is well adapted to prolonged drought periods. Its flowers attract pollinating insects, including bees and butterflies. Dried parts of the plant are sometimes used by woodpeckers as nesting sites, and birds readily eat the seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn local culture, this species was used in traditional medicine, but due to its high toxicity, it required great caution. This duality – resilience and utility combined with strong toxicity – is a characteristic feature of many members of the spurge genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt home, the \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003egiant spurge\u003c\/strong\u003e grows best in a bright, sunny, and warm spot where the air remains dry. Proper lighting helps maintain a compact form and the correct coloration of the stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLocation:\u003c\/strong\u003e sunny, bright, with good air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e well-draining, sandy-humus mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e limited – about once every three weeks in summer, even less in winter, maintaining moderate soil moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e from spring to late summer, using cactus fertilizers applied once a month.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepotting:\u003c\/strong\u003e young plants every 1–2 years into fresh soil and a larger pot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the summer season, the plant can be placed on a balcony or terrace, protected from strong winds. Partially burying the pot in the soil can improve the stability of taller specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing in temperate climates\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn most parts of Europe, \u003cstrong style=\"color: #656b39;\"\u003eEuphorbia ingens\u003c\/strong\u003e is grown as a potted plant. Its ability to tolerate dry air and low water requirements make it well suited to conditions in apartments and winter gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThanks to its slow growth and distinctive silhouette, it maintains an attractive, geometric shape for many years. Properly cared for, it provides a lasting, exotic accent to interiors, evoking the landscapes of African dry savannas, while remaining a relatively easy plant to grow daily.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"mr.seed","offers":[{"title":"5","offer_id":52461572849992,"sku":"864","price":7.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"10","offer_id":52461572882760,"sku":"865","price":14.3,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"50","offer_id":52461572915528,"sku":"866","price":67.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":52461572948296,"sku":"867","price":112.9,"currency_code":"PLN","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/2649\/0440\/files\/2507.png?v=1770321502","url":"https:\/\/www.mrseed.eu\/en\/products\/nasiona-wilczomlecza-wielkiego-euphorbia-ingens","provider":"mr.seed","version":"1.0","type":"link"}