Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ambatomenahensis
ID:
1302672

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rebmann

Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Cact. Succ. 5: 4 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315126



Common Names

  • Euphorbia ambatomenahensis
  • Ambatomena euphorbia
  • Ambatomena euphorbia


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Description

Euphorbia ambatomenahensis (also called Ambatomenahensis, among many other common names) is a succulent native to Madagascar. It has a dense, spreading rosette of leaves and can grow up to 1 m tall. It is found in dry deciduous forests and coastal areas, often in sandy soils.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia ambatomenahensis is used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, and its leaves are used as a vegetable. It is also used as a hedge plant and for ornamental purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euphorbia ambatomenahensis is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia ambatomenahensis is a fast-growing, succulent shrub that can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining soil mix. Seeds should be sown in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until germination. Once established, it should be watered regularly and fertilized once a month during the growing season.

Where to Find Euphorbia ambatomenahensis

Euphorbia ambatomenahensis is a species of spurge found in Madagascar.

Euphorbia ambatomenahensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euphorbia ambatomenahensis?

Euphorbia ambatomenahensis

What is the common name of Euphorbia ambatomenahensis?

Ambatomenahensis euphorbia

What is the natural habitat of Euphorbia ambatomenahensis?

Euphorbia ambatomenahensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Madagascar

Species in the Euphorbia genus

Euphorbia abdulghafooriana, Euphorbia acanthodes, Euphorbia borealis, Euphorbia calcarata, Euphorbia coalcomanensis, Euphorbia colligata, Euphorbia conzattii, Euphorbia cymbifera, Euphorbia cyri, Euphorbia diazlunana, Euphorbia dressleri, Euphorbia finkii, Euphorbia lomelii, Euphorbia meuselii, Euphorbia nocens, Euphorbia patentispina, Euphorbia peritropoides, Euphorbia personata, Euphorbia randrianijohanyi, Euphorbia rauhii, Euphorbia razafindratsirae, Euphorbia rosescens, Euphorbia tehuacana, Euphorbia trialata, Euphorbia ammophila, Euphorbia densispina, Euphorbia derickii, Euphorbia einensis, Euphorbia frankii, Euphorbia godana, Euphorbia hamaderoensis, Euphorbia bianoensis, Euphorbia biselegans, Euphorbia bisellenbeckii, Euphorbia bisglobosa, Euphorbia bodenghieniae, Euphorbia burkartii, Euphorbia calderoniae, Euphorbia catenata, Euphorbia chevalieri, Euphorbia clarae, Euphorbia crenata, Euphorbia cupricola, Euphorbia descampsii, Euphorbia dilunguensis, Euphorbia discoidea, Euphorbia echinulata, Euphorbia erythrocucullata, Euphorbia fernandez-lopezii, Euphorbia filiformis,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

Norbert Rebmann (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rebmann' in the authors string.