Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
vicina
ID:
1322662

Status:
valid

Authors:
Halford & W.K.Harris

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 8: 574 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335116



Common Names

  • Vicina Spurge
  • Vicina Spring Spurge
  • Vicina Mountain Spurge


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Description

Euphorbia vicina (also called Common Spurge, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herb with yellow flowers, native to South Africa. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in grasslands and scrub forests.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia vicina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euphorbia vicina has small yellow flowers with five petals and a short corolla tube. The seeds are small and black, with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia vicina can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in spring. Division is best done in spring or autumn, when the plant is dormant. The plant should be divided into several sections, each with a few leaves and roots. Plant the divisions in a well-drained, sandy soil and keep them moist until they become established.

Where to Find Euphorbia vicina

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

Euphorbia vicina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euphorbia vicina?

Euphorbia vicina

What is the natural habitat of Euphorbia vicina?

Euphorbia vicina is native to India.

How should Euphorbia vicina be cared for?

Euphorbia vicina should be grown in bright, indirect light and kept in a humid environment.

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

David A. Halford: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Halford' in the authors string.
Wayne K. Harris: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.K.Harris' in the authors string.