



Euphorbia trigona ‘Rubra’ — Red Candelabra Tree
☀️ Sun / Bright interior • 🌵 Deep red foliage • 💧 Low watering • 🪴 Easy care
Euphorbia trigona ‘Rubra’, also called red candelabra tree or African Milk Tree, captivates with its slender stems tinted deep red. Halfway between natural sculpture and graphic houseplant, it embodies the perfect blend of robustness and exotic elegance.
Native to tropical Africa, this succulent stands out for its vertical growth and great resilience. Its majestic form and unique color make it a standout plant for contemporary interiors bathed in light.
Exposure & Location
Euphorbia trigona ‘Rubra’ prefers bright to very bright locations. It tolerates gentle full sun, especially behind glass, and favors a warm, dry environment.
- Exposure: sun or bright interior.
- Ideal: living room, veranda, office, or sheltered terrace in summer.
- Temperature: between 18 and 28 °C, avoid cold (minimum 12 °C).
- Substrate: light, sandy, and very draining (cactus mix).
Verdeia tip: turn your Euphorbia a quarter turn each week for balanced and harmonious growth.
Watering & Care
- Watering: low; every 2 to 3 weeks in summer, very little in winter.
- Drainage: essential to avoid water stagnation.
- Fertilizer: once a month from spring to autumn with a mild succulent fertilizer.
- Pruning: unnecessary, except to remove damaged segments (with gloves).
- General care: very easy, suitable even for beginners.
Always handle with gloves: its white sap is irritating to the skin.
Decor Ideas & Plant Combinations
Its deep red hue makes Euphorbia trigona ‘Rubra’ a bold decorative accent. It visually structures spaces and fits wonderfully into modern or Mediterranean decor.
- To pair with: Sansevieria zeylanica, Opuntia, or Aloe vera for a graphic and bright ensemble.
- Ideal pot: matte beige ceramic or decorative pot terracotta to highlight its dark color.
- Ambiance: perfect for a design living room, contemporary office, or sheltered urban terrace.
A mulch of light gravel or sand will enhance the depth of its red tones.
Verdeia Tips
- Water sparingly: excess water is the only real mistake to avoid.
- Provide a bright and warm exposure to reveal its intense red hue.
- Use a draining soil and a pot with drainage holes to avoid stagnant moisture.
- Avoid thermal shocks and cold drafts.
- Handle with care: its sap is slightly toxic and irritating.
Technical Characteristics
- Botanical name: Euphorbia trigona ‘Rubra’
- Common name: Red candelabra tree
- Origin: Tropical Africa
- Pot size: Ø17 cm
- Approximate height: 70 cm
- Adult size: up to 150 cm
- Exposure: sun / bright interior
- Watering: low
- Care: easy
- Toxicity to animals: slightly toxic if ingested
- Decorative style: Minimalist / Mediterranean / Graphic
Each plant is unique: photos show an example of its appearance. The density, shape, and shades of its foliage naturally evolve according to light and throughout the seasons.
Our Verdeia commitments
They embraced nature with Verdeia
Camille, Toulouse“I am amazed by the quality of the plant received! Careful packaging, impeccable foliage, and fast delivery. Thank you Verdeia”
Amandine, Lille“It was my first order and certainly not the last. The selection is varied and the plants radiate health.”
Giulia, Milan“I gave a Verdeia plant to my sister in Milan: perfect packaging and impeccable service. She loved the concept”
FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are carefully selected from our European partner producers.
Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected by breathable and secure packaging.
Each package is designed to ensure that your plant arrives in perfect health and without stress related to transport.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos shown are true to the variety and the announced size (pot diameter and approximate height).
Each plant being unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or shade may exist — that is what makes them so charming!
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery throughout Europe.
Plants are shipped from Monday to Wednesday to prevent them from being stuck over the weekend.
You receive a tracking link as soon as the package is dispatched.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package upon receipt, carefully remove the plant from its packaging and let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering it.
If it has slightly suffered from transport, it will quickly regain its shape after one or two days in the light.
Can I put this plant outside?
It depends on the species. Most indoor plants prefer a bright place without direct sunlight, while outdoor plants like more direct light.
Refer to the exposure advice in the product description to know if it is suitable for a balcony, a terrace, or indoors.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
If your plant appears to have suffered during transport, contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the problem.
Our team will take the time to assess the situation and find the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Your satisfaction and the health of your plant remain our priority 🌿.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, we do not accept standard returns.
However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge.
For any other case (order error, cache-pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.

