Euphorbia intisy

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Summary

Euphorbia intisy is a species of plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical dry forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Description

Euphorbia intisy is a fast-growing evergreen shrub reaching 5 m tall and 3 m wide. Hardy to UK zone 10. It thrives in light sandy or medium loamy, well-drained soils and tolerates poor soil nutrition. Suitable for mildly acidic, neutral, or mildly alkaline pH. Can grow in semi-shade or full sun but is sensitive to wind. Prefers dry conditions and tolerates drought well.

Edible Uses

None known.

Traditional Uses

Caution: All Euphorbias or spurges have irritating sap and many have chemicals that can cause cancer.

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Medicinal Uses

None known.

Known Hazards

In almost all cases, the latex found in Euphorbia species is toxic on ingestion and highly irritant externally, causing photosensitive skin reactions and severe inflammation, especially when it comes into contact with eyes or open cuts.

Distribution

A tropical plant. It grows in dry places. In Hobart Botanical Gardens.

Where It Grows

Africa, Australia, East Africa, Madagascar, North America, Tanzania, Tasmania, USA,

Cultivation

It is a moderately fast grower quickly become large landscape plant in just 3-5 years. Strong winds cause permanent scarring. Fast growing and long lived once established. It can tolerate moderate shade.