Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
irgisensis
ID:
963426

Status:
valid

Authors:
Litv.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Sched. Herb. Fl. Ross. 16: 2598 (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000962764



Common Names

  • Irgisensis Spurge
  • Irgisensis Euphorbia
  • Irgisensis Milkweed


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Description

Euphorbia irgisensis (also called Irgis Milkbush, among many other common names) is an evergreen succulent shrub with a thick stem and a dense, rounded crown. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas. It grows to a height of up to 4 meters and has thick, fleshy leaves that are arranged in a spiral pattern.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia irgisensis is used as an ornamental plant and for landscaping purposes. It is also used to make traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Euphorbia irgisensis are small and yellow-green in color. The seeds are small and black with a white coating. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia irgisensis is a perennial succulent that can be propagated by cuttings or division. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Water sparingly during the summer months and allow the soil to dry out between waterings. In the winter months, water sparingly and only when the soil is dry.

Where to Find Euphorbia irgisensis

Euphorbia irgisensis can be found in the Mediterranean region of Europe, including Spain, Portugal, and Italy.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-80329: Based on the initial data import
Dmitry Litvinov (1855-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Litv.' in the authors string.