Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
letouzeyana
ID:
807694

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Malaisse) Bruyns

Source:
wcs

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Euphorbia World 3: 6 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000807028



Common Names

  • Euphorbia letouzeyana
  • African Milkbush
  • African Spurge


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Description

Euphorbia letouzeyana (also called African Milkbush, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub with thick, succulent stems and small, yellow flowers. It is native to South Africa and is found in dry, rocky areas.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia letouzeyana is a popular ornamental plant, often used as a groundcover in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant, as it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euphorbia letouzeyana has a yellow flower with a long, narrow petal. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia letouzeyana is a small, evergreen shrub that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers bright, indirect light and should be watered regularly. Propagation is done by seed or cuttings.

Where to Find Euphorbia letouzeyana

Euphorbia letouzeyana is native to tropical Africa, from Angola to Mozambique. It is found in moist and wet forests, at elevations of up to 1,200 m.

Euphorbia letouzeyana FAQ

What are the common names of Euphorbia letouzeyana?

Common names of Euphorbia letouzeyana include Letouzey's Spurge and Letouzey's-leaved Spurge.

What is the natural habitat of Euphorbia letouzeyana?

Euphorbia letouzeyana is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.

What is the optimal temperature for Euphorbia letouzeyana?

Euphorbia letouzeyana prefers temperatures between 65-80°F (18-27°C).

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-345274: Based on the initial data import
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.
François Malaisse (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Malaisse' in the authors string.