Euphorbia

spurge

Other common names

hippo
milkweed
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seven sisters
tithy male

Synonyms

Pedilanthus
Synadenium
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Botanical details

Family: Euphorbiaceae
Native to the UK: No
Potentially harmful
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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