African Milk Bush (Euphorbia umbellatum): A Large, Leafy Succulent Tree

Euphorbia umbellatum, the African Milk Bush (syn. Synadenium grantii, Synadenium umbellatum), is a large, fast-growing, succulent shrub or small tree with thick, fleshy branches and large, ovate, glossy green leaves that are deciduous in dry seasons. It produces small, greenish-yellow flowers in terminal cymes. Its milky sap is highly toxic and irritating. It's used as a hedge and ornamental in tropical climates, adding a lush, tropical feel.