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Dwarf Spurge

Euphorbia exigua

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Europe (20 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Malpighiales (Malpighiales)

Species

Euphorbia exigua (Dwarf Spurge)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish lechetrezna romeral

French euphorbe exiguë

German Kleine Wolfsmilch

Similar Species in Euphorbia

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amendoim-bravo

Euphorbia heterophylla

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bico-de-papagaio

Euphorbia pulcherrima

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cabeleira-de-velho

Euphorbia leucocephala

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dwarf Spurge?

The scientific name of Dwarf Spurge is Euphorbia exigua. It belongs to the genus Euphorbia.

What is the conservation status of Dwarf Spurge?

Dwarf Spurge (Euphorbia exigua) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dwarf Spurge live?

Dwarf Spurge is found in Widely distributed across Europe (20 countries), North America (Canada, United States), and Oceania and the Pacific (Australia). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany.

What family does Dwarf Spurge belong to?

Dwarf Spurge (Euphorbia exigua) belongs to the genus Euphorbia, which is part of the taxonomic family Euphorbiaceae.

Is Dwarf Spurge endangered?

Yes, Dwarf Spurge (Euphorbia exigua) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Dwarf Spurge belong to?

Dwarf Spurge (Euphorbia exigua) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of Dwarf Spurge?

The closest relatives of Dwarf Spurge in the genus Euphorbia include amendoim-bravo, bico-de-papagaio, cabeleira-de-velho, cacto-candelabro, catapúcia-menor.