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wood spurge

Euphorbia amygdaloides

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Asia (Iran) and Europe (5 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇮🇷 Iran

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (식물)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (피자식물문)

Species

Euphorbia amygdaloides (wood spurge)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish lechetrezna de bosque

French euphorbe des bois

German Mandel-Wolfsmilch

Similar Species in Euphorbia

Euphorbia origanoides

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of wood spurge?

The scientific name of wood spurge is Euphorbia amygdaloides. It belongs to the genus Euphorbia.

What is the conservation status of wood spurge?

wood spurge (Euphorbia amygdaloides) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does wood spurge live?

wood spurge is found in Found across Asia (Iran) and Europe (5 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Iran, Ireland, Norway, Sweden.

What family does wood spurge belong to?

wood spurge (Euphorbia amygdaloides) belongs to the genus Euphorbia, which is part of the taxonomic family Euphorbiaceae.

What kingdom does wood spurge belong to?

wood spurge (Euphorbia amygdaloides) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).

What are the closest relatives of wood spurge?

The closest relatives of wood spurge in the genus Euphorbia include Albanian spurge, Antso, Arahaka, Balkan Spurge, Bearded Spurge.