Botany

Euphorbia ingens

Euphorbia ingens is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to dry areas of southern Africa. It is popularly known as the candelabra tree or naboom. Its milky latex can be extremely poisonous and is a dangerous irritant.

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See also

• ▸Claytonia sarmentosa
• ▸Hauraki Gulf
• ▸Dietes robinsoniana

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