Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
margaretae
ID:
963900

Status:
valid

Authors:
S.Carter

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 12: 407 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000963238



Common Names

  • Crown of Thorns
  • Gopher Plant
  • Margaret's Spurge


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Description

Euphorbia margaretae (also called Margaret's Spurge, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to Madagascar. It has thick, fleshy stems and leaves that are arranged in a spiral pattern. It typically grows in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia margaretae is a succulent plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It has a low-maintenance and drought-tolerant nature, making it a popular choice for gardeners. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin conditions and reducing inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euphorbia margaretae is a small, yellow-green cyathium, with a single female flower in the center. The seed is a small, black, three-sided nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, sessile leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia margaretae is a low-growing, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1 m tall. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by cuttings or seed. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil. The seed should be sown in the spring in a sandy, well-draining soil and kept moist until germination occurs.

Where to Find Euphorbia margaretae

Euphorbia margaretae can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, France, Italy, and Greece.

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-80773: Based on the initial data import
Susan Carter Holmes (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Carter' in the authors string.