Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
ritchiei
ID:
806542

Status:
valid

Authors:
(P.R.O.Bally) Bruyns

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Taxon 55: 415 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000805876



Common Names

  • Euphorbia ritchiei
  • Ritchie's Spurge
  • Ritchie's Euphorbia


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Description

Euphorbia ritchiei (also called Ritchie's Spurge, among many other common names) is a succulent shrub native to South Africa. It has a single, upright stem with a diameter of up to 1.5 inches and is covered with small, yellow-green leaves. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is often found in desert habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia ritchiei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin infections and wounds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Euphorbia ritchiei sub. ritchiei
Euphorbia ritchiei sub. marsabitensis (S.Carter) Bruyns
Euphorbia ritchiei sub. nyambensis (S.Carter) Bruyns

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Euphorbia ritchiei is a yellow-green cyathium, its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia ritchiei can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright location and water regularly.

Where to Find Euphorbia ritchiei

Euphorbia ritchiei is native to the Canary Islands.

Euphorbia ritchiei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euphorbia ritchiei?

Euphorbia ritchiei

What are the common names of Euphorbia ritchiei?

Ritchie's Spurge

What is the natural habitat of Euphorbia ritchiei?

It is native to Angola, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa

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-344147: Based on the initial data import
Peter René Oscar Bally (1895-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.R.O.Bally' in the authors string.
Peter Vincent Bruyns (b.1957): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bruyns' in the authors string.