Euphorbia lactea
EUPHORBIA LACTEA (Cactus)
Euphorbiaceae | Cactus
Euphorbiaceae
The Euphorbiaceae, also known as euphorbias, is a large spurge family of flowering plants.
Native To:
Tropical Asia (India)
Plant Status:
Secure
Plant Habit:
3-6 meters in height with stems about 5 centimeters wide
Plant Habitat:
Tropical regions
Cultural Uses
This plant creates a good, thick hedge and is also used medicinally for warts and tumors. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Interesting Fact
Referred to as the “Popcorn Cactus,” the Euphorbia lactea resides in the cactus garden and the light green ‘pods’ on the trees often pop off and fall to the ground. Although it is thought of as a cactus, the Euphorbia lactea is actually a succulent.