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Euphorbia

spurge

Other common names
hippo
milkweed
see moremilkwort
seven sisters
tithy male
bird cactus
slipper spurge
African milk bush
Synonyms
Pedilanthus
Monadenium
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Botanical details
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Genus

Euphorbia

Genus description

Euphorbia can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or succulents, with milky sap and small flowers held within cupped, often colourful bracts

Name status

Correct

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