Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
dressleri
ID:
417022

Status:
valid

Authors:
V.W.Steinm.

Source:
wcs

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Mex. 65: 48 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000416354

Common Names

  • Euphorbia dressleri
  • Dressler's Euphorbia
  • Dressleri Euphorbia

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Synonyms

  • Pedilanthus gracilis Dressler [unknown]

Description

Euphorbia dressleri (also called Dressler's Spurge, among many other common names) is a species of plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is a small shrub or herb that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to Central America, where it is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Euphorbia dressleri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Euphorbia dressleri are small, yellowish-white, and fragrant. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are thin and long with small, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Euphorbia dressleri can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist, well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Euphorbia dressleri

Euphorbia dressleri is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Euphorbia dressleri FAQ

What are the common uses of Euphorbia dressleri?

Euphorbia dressleri is commonly used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

What is the growth habit of Euphorbia dressleri?

Euphorbia dressleri is a small shrub with a spreading habit and can grow up to 2 meters in height.

What is the flowering season of Euphorbia dressleri?

Euphorbia dressleri flowers during the months of April to July.

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-244819: Based on the initial data import
Victor W. Steinmann (b.1960): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.W.Steinm.' in the authors string.