Family: Euphorbiaceae Spurge Family
Genus: Euphorbia Spurge
A large genus (1,500–1,600 species) of annual or perennial herbs, woody shrubs or trees with a poisonous milky sap. Distributed worldwide.
Scientific Name: Euphorbia heterophylla L.
Common Name(s): Mexican Fireplant, Painted Spurge, Wild Poinsettia, Milk Weed, Painted Euphorbia
Growth Type: annual/perennial
Species Description: Plant native to Mexico. Plant has a spicy flavor.
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ID: Hrb-EPHHL-001
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
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Keyword(s): vegetative
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ID: Hrb-EPHHL-002
Source: 35mm slide (photo)
Credit:
Keyword(s): vegetative
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