Euphorbia lactea is a species of spurge native to arid and subtropical regions of South Asia, mainly the Indian Subcontinent. Common names include Mottled Spurge, Frilled Fan, Elkhorn, Candelabra Spurge, Candelabrum Tree, Candelabra Cactus, Candelabra Plant, Dragon Bones, False Cactus, Hatrack Cactus, Milkstripe Euphorbia, Mottled Candlestick.
Usually sold as a variegated, fan-shaped top grafted onto a sturdy, straight rootstock (like Euphorbia neriifolia or E. canariensis) for better stability and growth. The plant is often found in shades of green, white, yellow, or pinkish-purple variegated forms. It grows slowly and rarely flowers. H 0.5-1m x W 0.5-1m
