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Etymology: Euphorbia: for Euphorbus, corpulent Greek physician of Juba II, King of Mauretania. Juba, educated in Rome, and married to daughter of Antony and Cleopatra. From eu, "good" and phorbe, "pasture or fodder," thus giving euphorbos the meaning "well fed."
Plants: erect, annual, 8"-24" tall forb Leaves: long, thin, lance-like Flowers: upper leaves petal-like, whitening at the base; inflorescence a dense cluster Habitat: dry; disturbed areas, roadsides Conservation Status: Introduced - naturalized
USDA Plants Database: Federal Distribution and detailed information including photos
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