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Caper Spurge

Euphorbia lathyris

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About

The Caper Spurge (Euphorbia lathyris) is a species in the genus Euphorbia. 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.

Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, Japan, Turkey), Europe (22 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), and South America (4 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Malpighiales (Malpighiales)

Species

Euphorbia lathyris (Caper Spurge)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish lechetrezna

French Euphorbe des jardins

German Kreuzblaettrige Wolfsmilch

Portuguese catapúcia-menor

Similar Species in Euphorbia

Euphorbia origanoides

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Caper Spurge?

The scientific name of Caper Spurge is Euphorbia lathyris. It belongs to the genus Euphorbia.

Where does Caper Spurge live?

Caper Spurge is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, Japan, Turkey), Europe (22 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Albania, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Croatia.

What family does Caper Spurge belong to?

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

What kingdom does Caper Spurge belong to?

Caper Spurge (Euphorbia lathyris) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Caper Spurge?

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