Spurge Olive (Cneorum Tricoccon) is a perennial shrub in the Rutaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Cneorum tricoccon is a small evergreen shrub native to the western Mediterranean region, known for its rounded shape and year-round foliage.

Spurge Olive

Spurge Olive

Cneorum Tricoccon

Cneorum tricoccon is a small evergreen shrub native to the western Mediterranean region, known for its rounded shape and year-round foliage.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental shrub, drought-resistant plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Spurge Olive

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Rutaceae
Genus:Cneorum