How to prune euphorbia stellata

Spring, during active growth if any removal is ever needed. Use fine, sterilized scissors to snip dead branches flush at the caudex. Dab cold water on the wound to slow sap flow. Keep the plant dry afterwards to encourage callus formation.

Very rarely — only to remove dead branches. Euphorbia stellata is a small, geophytic succulent with a swollen caudex and thin, wiry branches. It essentially never needs pruning. If individual branches die back, snip them cleanly at the caudex with sterilized scissors. Protect against the toxic latex. Otherwise leave it completely alone — unnecessary cuts stress this slow-growing specialist.

Use fine, sterilized scissors to snip dead branches flush at the caudex. Dab cold water on the wound to slow sap flow. Keep the plant dry afterwards to encourage callus formation.