Euphorbia exigua
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Dwarf spurge
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Summary
Source: WikipediaEuphorbia exigua, dwarf spurge or small spurge, is a species of Euphorbia in the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae), native to Europe, northern Africa and the Near East, and invasive worldwide.
Description
A small annual herb in the Euphorbiaceae family found in temperate regions including Tasmania.
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Traditional Uses
Caution: All Euphorbias or spurges have irritating sap and many have chemicals that can cause cancer.
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Known Hazards
All Euphorbias or spurges have irritating sap and many have chemicals that can cause cancer. Most Euphorbias have sap which irritates the skin.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant. Tasmania Herbarium.
Where It Grows
Australia*, Europe, Luxembourg, Tasmania*,
Notes
There are about 2000 Euphorbia species. Most Euphorbias have sap which irritates the skin.
References (2)
- Sp. pl. 1:456. 1753
- Tasmanian Herbarium Vascular Plants list p 28
