Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Sea Spurge |
| Scientific Name | Euphorbia paralias |
| MainColor | Yellow |
| PlantType |  Herb |
| Distribution |  Native |
| Season Found | July (Jun - Sep) |
| ImageUrl | Euphorbia-011 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Trecco Bay |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 14 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Sea Spurge is a perennial herb with smooth, fleshy stems and small, greenish-yellow flowers. It typically grows to about 30-70 cm tall and has narrow, bluish-green leaves. The plant produces a milky sap when cut or broken.
Distribution
It is native to coastal areas of Europe and North Africa, and has become invasive in parts of Australia and New Zealand.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - contains toxic compounds that can cause irritation.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - contact with sap can cause skin irritation and ingestion may result in nausea.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can cause vomiting and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
Euphorbin, ingenol, diterpenes.