Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
khorasanica
ID:
1329981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Saeidi & Ghayorm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. Fenn. 52: 38 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001342435



Common Names

  • Euphorbia Khorasanica
  • Khorasan Spurge
  • Khorasan Euphorbia


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Description

Euphorbia khorasanica (also called Khorasan Euphorbia, Khorasan Spurge, and Khorasan Spurge Plant, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen shrub that grows to a height of 0.3-0.6 m. It has small, waxy leaves and white flowers. It is native to Iran and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia khorasanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases, wounds, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euphorbia khorasanica is yellow in colour and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown colour. The seedlings are thin and green with small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia khorasanica is a hardy, evergreen shrub that grows best in dry, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a dry, well-drained potting mix and kept at a temperature of 70-80°F (21-27°C). Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a dry, well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Euphorbia khorasanica

Euphorbia khorasanica is found in the Khorasan Province of Iran.

Euphorbia khorasanica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euphorbia khorasanica?

Euphorbia khorasanica

What type of plant is Euphorbia khorasanica?

It is an annual herb

Where is Euphorbia khorasanica found?

It is found in Iran

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

Shahryar Saeidi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saeidi' in the authors string.
Morteza Ghayormand: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ghayorm.' in the authors string.