Woodland spurge facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Woodland spurge |
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Euphorbia
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lurida
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Euphorbia lurida, also known as woodland spurge, is a type of plant found in the southwestern United States. It grows in places like California and Utah. This plant is a common perennial herb, which means it lives for more than two years and grows back each season.
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What Does Woodland Spurge Look Like?
Woodland spurge usually grows to be less than half a meter (about 20 inches) tall. It has straight stems with small, oval-shaped green leaves all along them.
Flowers and Seeds
At the very top of its stems, you'll find its flowers. These flowers are tiny and have special glands. They also have tips that look ridged or toothed. After the flowers, the plant produces a small, round fruit. This fruit is only a few millimeters wide and holds tiny gray seeds inside.
Where Does Woodland Spurge Grow?
This plant is native to the southwestern parts of the United States. It can be found in many different natural areas, making it quite common in its home region.
See also
In Spanish: Euphorbia lurida para niños
