Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
derickii
ID:
795836

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.W.Steinm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Novon 15: 219 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000795169

Common Names

  • Euphorbia derickii
  • Derickii Euphorbia
  • Derickii Spurge

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Description

Euphorbia derickii (also called Derick's Euphorbia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Central America, where it is found in Costa Rica, Panama, and Nicaragua. It is found in wet montane forests, where it grows in the understory.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia derickii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. Its attractive foliage makes it a popular choice for gardeners and it can also be used as a hedge or screen.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Euphorbia derickii has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia derickii is an evergreen shrub that is easy to grow in most climates. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a light, sandy soil. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Euphorbia derickii

Euphorbia derickii is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical dry forests and along roadsides.

Euphorbia derickii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Euphorbia derickii?

Euphorbia derickii

What type of plant is Euphorbia derickii?

Euphorbia derickii is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family

Where is Euphorbia derickii found?

Euphorbia derickii is found in the Canary Islands

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-333695: Based on the initial data import
Victor W. Steinmann (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.W.Steinm.' in the authors string.