Status:
valid
Authors:
Lawant & Buddens.
Source:
wcs
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Euphorbia World 4: 6 (2008)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835488
Common Names
- Euphorbia Berevoensis
- Berevoensis Euphorbia
- Euphorbia Berevoense
Description
Euphorbia berevoensis (also called Berevo Spurge, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to Central and South America. It is a small, shrubby plant with green leaves and small, white flowers. It prefers tropical climates and is found in humid mountain forests, at altitudes between 1,000 and 3,000 m.
Uses & Benefits
Euphorbia berevoensis is used in traditional medicine for treating fever, colds, and rheumatism. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Euphorbia berevoensis is a yellow-green, star-shaped flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, pointed leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euphorbia berevoensis is a succulent plant, and can be propagated from stem cuttings. It should be planted in well-draining soil and kept in a sunny location. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. It is also tolerant of drought and can survive in temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F).
Where to Find Euphorbia berevoensis
Euphorbia berevoensis is native to Ethiopia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Euphorbia berevoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euphorbia berevoensis?
Euphorbia berevoensis
What type of plant is Euphorbia berevoensis?
Euphorbia berevoensis is a succulent.
What is the natural habitat of Euphorbia berevoensis?
Euphorbia berevoensis is native to South Africa.
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
Volker Buddensiek: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Buddens.' in the authors string.
Pjotr Lawant: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lawant' in the authors string.