Euphorbia ammophila - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ammophila
ID:
795809
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.Carter & Dioli
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 23: 295 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795142
Common Names
- Ammophila Euphorbia
- Sand Spurge
- Sand Euphorbia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Euphorbia ammophila (also called Sand Spurge, among many other common names) is a species of flowering shrub native to the Atlantic Forest biome of Brazil. It is an evergreen shrub that typically grows to a height of 1–3 m. It is found in a variety of habitats such as rocky outcrops, sandstone cliffs, and in the understory of lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Euphorbia ammophila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Euphorbia ammophila has small yellow flowers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Euphorbia ammophila is a hardy, drought-tolerant perennial that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or division of the rootstock. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil. Division of the rootstock can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Euphorbia ammophila
Euphorbia ammophila is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical dry forests and along roadsides.
Euphorbia ammophila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Euphorbia ammophila?
Euphorbia ammophila
What type of plant is Euphorbia ammophila?
Euphorbia ammophila is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family
Where is Euphorbia ammophila found?
Euphorbia ammophila is found 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
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-333669: Based on the initial data import
Maurizio Dioli (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dioli' in the authors string.
Susan Carter Holmes (b.1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Carter' in the authors string.