The center is built in the shape of a seven-branched synagogue candelabrum (menorah). The central medallion enclosed a menorah (candelabrum) beneath the word shalom (peace). The golden candelabrum or Menorah is the main focus and is carved in deep relief. "Euphorbia candelabrum" was used in traditional Ethiopian medicine. The species in the valleys are predominantly "Acacia" and "Euphorbia candelabrum". Although "Euphorbia candelabrum" is known to be quite toxic, it has multiple medicinal uses. As rates of rainfall decrease, so does "Euphorbia candelabrum"'s habitat range. The symbolism of the nine-branched Chanukkiyah candelabrum may be relevant. This central candelabrum was donated by the community of the Great Synagogue of Amsterdam. Liberace's trademark electric candelabrum was inspired by a similar prop in "A Song to Remember". On the monument in the form of a seven-branched candelabrum (menorah) 50 names were inscribed. Various components of "E. candelabrum" plants can be utilized as poisons. El Greco's signature on the base of the central candelabrum was discovered in 1983. In 1562, Marco d' Agrate's "" and the famous Trivulzio candelabrum (12th century) were added. The Easter candelabrum is also from the 13th century.