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Cactus spurge

Euphorbia ingens

Least Concern

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The Cactus spurge (Euphorbia ingens) is a species in the genus Euphorbia. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Brazil and United States.

🇧🇷 Brazil 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Malpighiales (Malpighiales)

Species

Euphorbia ingens (Cactus spurge)

Names in Other Languages

German Kaktus-Wolfsmilch

Portuguese cacto-candelabro

Similar Species in Euphorbia

Euphorbia origanoides

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cactus spurge?

The scientific name of Cactus spurge is Euphorbia ingens. It belongs to the genus Euphorbia.

What is the conservation status of Cactus spurge?

Cactus spurge (Euphorbia ingens) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cactus spurge live?

Cactus spurge is found in Distributed across Brazil and United States.. Countries include Brazil, United States.

What family does Cactus spurge belong to?

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

Is Cactus spurge endangered?

No, Cactus spurge (Euphorbia ingens) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Cactus spurge belong to?

Cactus spurge (Euphorbia ingens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Cactus spurge?

The closest relatives of Cactus spurge in the genus Euphorbia include Abyssinian spurge, Albanian spurge, American Spurge, Antso, Arahaka.