Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
micractina
ID:
964009

Status:
valid

Authors:
Boiss.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Prodr. 15(2): 127 (1862)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000963347



Common Names

  • Euphorbia Micractina
  • Small-Spined Spurge
  • Small-Spined Milkbush


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Description

Euphorbia micractina (also called Small-Fruited Spurge, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1.5 m tall. It has long, narrow, grey-green leaves and yellow-green flowers. It grows in rocky, sandy soils in dry areas.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia micractina 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

Euphorbia micractina has yellow flowers with five petals and a single central stamen. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia micractina can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It is best grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Euphorbia micractina

Euphorbia micractina can be found in the Mediterranean region, from Portugal to Turkey.

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-80876: Based on the initial data import
Edmond Boissier (1810-1885): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Boiss.' in the authors string.