Euphorbia

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spurge

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Other common names

hippo, milkweed, milkwort, seven sisters, tithy male, bird cactus, slipper spurge, African milk bush

Synonyms

Pedilanthus
Monadenium
Synadenium

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Botanical Details

Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Genus
Euphorbia can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or succulents, with milky sap and small flowers held within cupped, often colourful bracts
Name Status
Correct