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Petty spurge

Euphorbia peplus

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (23 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Tonga), and South America (6 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Order

Malpighiales (Malpighiales)

Species

Euphorbia peplus (Petty spurge)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish tomagallos

French euphorbe des jardins

German Garten-Wolfsmilch

Portuguese ésula-redonda

Similar Species in Euphorbia

Euphorbia origanoides

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Petty spurge?

The scientific name of Petty spurge is Euphorbia peplus. It belongs to the genus Euphorbia.

What is the conservation status of Petty spurge?

Petty spurge (Euphorbia peplus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Petty spurge live?

Petty spurge is found in Widely distributed across Africa (7 countries), Asia (5 countries), Europe (23 countries), North America (Canada, Mexico, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, Fiji, Tonga), and South America (6 countries).. Countries include Australia, Belarus, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia.

What family does Petty spurge belong to?

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

Is Petty spurge endangered?

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

What kingdom does Petty spurge belong to?

Petty spurge (Euphorbia peplus) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Petty spurge?

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