Cneorum tricoccon, the spurge olive,[2] is a small shrub of the family Rutaceae, native to Europe in the western Mediterranean Region.

[2][3] Cneorum tricoccon reaches an average of 0.6 metres (2.0 ft) in height and is in leaf all year.

The yellowish flowers occur from June to July, and their seeds ripen from August to September.

Spurge olive must have considerable sunlight to grow, and often stunts when in much of shade.

The plant is rich in tannin, and can be used as a source of fuel.