Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
stenocaulis
ID:
809332

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bruyns

Source:
wcs

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Novon 16: 457 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000808666



Common Names

  • Euphorbia stenocaulis
  • Stenocaulis Spurge
  • Stenocaulon Spurge


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Description

Euphorbia stenocaulis (also called Stenocaulis Spurge, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is an annual or perennial herb, growing up to 1 meter tall. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia stenocaulis is used as a traditional medicine, as an ornamental plant, and as a source of food for local wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euphorbia taifensis has yellow flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia stenocaulis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer, when the plant is actively growing. The cuttings should be planted in a warm, moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Euphorbia stenocaulis

Euphorbia stenocaulis is native to Costa Rica and can be found in rainforests.

Euphorbia stenocaulis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euphorbia stenocaulis?

Euphorbia stenocaulis

What is the common name of Euphorbia stenocaulis?

Stenocaulon spurge

What is the natural habitat of Euphorbia stenocaulis?

Dry rocky slopes and cliffs in the Mediterranean region

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