Status:
valid
Authors:
Rauh
Source:
wcs
Year:
1994
Citation Micro:
Succulentes 17(1): 9 (1994)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000964451
Common Names
- Robivelonae Spurge
- Robivelonae Leaf Spurge
- Robivelonae Leafed Spurge
Description
Euphorbia robivelonae (also called Robivelon's Spurge, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is a shrub, native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in rocky, sandy, and dry soils.
Uses & Benefits
Euphorbia robivelonae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It has a number of medicinal uses, including treating skin conditions, wounds, and infections.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Euphorbia robivelonae has a yellow-green flower with a red center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, green leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Euphorbia robivelonae is a small, succulent shrub that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is drought-tolerant and prefers well-drained soil. Propagation is done by cuttings or seeds. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a sandy, well-draining soil. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a sandy, well-draining soil. Water regularly during the growing season and reduce watering in winter.
Where to Find Euphorbia robivelonae
Euphorbia robivelonae is native to South Africa and can be found in dry grasslands and open woodlands at elevations of up to 1,500 m.
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,