Euphorbia heterophylla (weed)
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Euphorbia heterophylla in Hawaii (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Forest & Kim Starr
Source: Wikimedia Commons
Author(s): Forest & Kim Starr
Source: Wikimedia Commons
Euphorbia heterophylla foliage (click on image to enlarge it)
Author(s): Richard Old, XID Services, Inc.
Source: IPM Images
Author(s): Richard Old, XID Services, Inc.
Source: IPM Images
Euphorbia heterophylla (weed) L. - (painted euphorbia)
This plant is a tropical weed which is believed to be native to tropical and subtropical parts of the Americas. However, it has been introduced as an ornamental to other regions or has spread accidentally. It is now found in warmer parts of Asia, Africa, the Mediterranean region and Australia.
It is often a problem in crops like soybeans or maize. It also grows in perennial plantations such as sugarcane and orchards. The plants grow up to a height of 50 cm or more and the apical leaves are often bright red.
Synonyms:
Euphorbia geniculata
| Vernacular names | |
|---|---|
| • English: | painted euphorbia Mexican fireplant wild poinsettia |
| • Español: | escoba lechosa |
| • Français: | poinsettia dézohomme |
| • Português: | amendoim-bravo |
