Euphorbia cooperi aka Candelabra Tree

Euphorbia | Updated: January 19, 2025

This tall succulent tree is evergreen with spiny candelabra-shaped branches. Due to its spines and toxic sap, it should be kept out of the way of pets and children. Watch for yellow-green flowers in the fall.

Quick Guide

Full sun ☀️
Typical water needs for a succulent
Plant grows up to 20′ (7 m) tall
Plant grows up to 4′ (1.2 m) wide
Zone 10a (Minimum 30° F | -1.1° C)
Not cold hardy
Propagation by stem cuttings and seeds
Can be toxic to humans and animals
Winter Dormant

How to 🩷 Care for and Propagate Your 🪴 Succulents

General Care for Euphorbia cooperi aka Candelabra Tree

Euphorbia cooperi, commonly known as the Candelabra Tree, grows well both indoors and out. It’s a great addition to rock gardens. Be careful to plant it in an area that isn’t easily accessible to pets or children.

Watering

Candelabra Tree has typical watering needs for a succulent. It’s best to use the soak and dry method, allowing the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Water sparingly in the winter.

Where to Plant

Candelabra Tree is not cold hardy, so if you live in a zone that gets colder than 30°F (-1.1°C), it’s best to plant this succulent in a container that can be brought indoors. It does well in full sun.

Plant in an area of your garden that receives 6 hours of sunlight a day. If planting indoors, place it in a room that gets plenty of sunlight, such as near a southern-facing window (if you’re in the Northern Hemisphere).

Tags & Attributes

yellow, ☀️full sun

Scientific Classification

Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Rosids
Order: Malpighiales
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Genus: Euphorbia
Species: E. cooperi