Also known as Caribbean Cooper Plant · Caribbean Copper Plant · Caribbean Copperplant
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Euphorbia cotinifolia is a striking ornamental shrub with glossy, deep purple to burgundy foliage and small, insignificant flowers. It thrives in warm climates and adds d
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight
Allow soil to dry between waterings
50% intensity
Reduce watering in winter
Well-drained
50% intensity
Average room temperatures
50% intensity
Prefers 18-24°C, can tolerate slightly cooler in winter
Feed during growing season
25% intensity
Dilute balanced liquid fertilizer to half strength
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
The milky sap is a skin irritant and can cause nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering significantly in winter, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Avoid waterlogged conditions, which can lead to root rot.
Overwatering is a common cause of problems.
Prune in spring to shape the plant and encourage bushier growth. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing stems. Can be pruned hard to maintain size or rejuvenated if overgrown. Wear gloves as the sap can be irritating.
Easily propagated from stem cuttings taken in spring or summer. Allow cuttings to callus for a few days before planting in well-draining soil. Rooting typically occurs within a few weeks. Can also be grown from seed.
Repot young plants annually or every two years in spring. Mature plants can be repotted less frequently. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid excessive moisture retention.
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Where Mexican Shrubby Spurge (Euphorbia cotinifolia) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Euphorbia |
| Species | Euphorbia cotinifolia |
Similar in genus Euphorbia
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