Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Cypress Spurge |
| Scientific Name | Euphorbia cyparissias |
| MainColor | Green |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Naturalized |
| Season Found | May (Apr - Jun) |
| ImageUrl | Euphorbia-008 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Bedmond |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 11 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Cypress Spurge is a perennial herb with slender, erect stems and narrow, needle-like leaves. It produces small, yellow-green flowers that appear in clusters. This plant is known for its milky latex, which can be irritating to the skin.
Distribution
Native to Europe and western Asia, Cypress Spurge has been introduced to North America, where it is often found in meadows, roadsides, and disturbed areas.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - the plant contains toxic compounds and should not be consumed.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - contact with the sap can cause skin irritation and ingestion may lead to nausea and vomiting.
Pet Toxicity
Highly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can cause severe gastrointestinal distress and skin irritation.
Active Compounds
Euphorbon, ingenol, phorbol esters.