🌿Native Nature

Petty Spurge

Euphorbia peplus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Malpighiales ›Family: Euphorbiaceae ›Genus: Euphorbia

About

Euphorbia peplus (petty spurge, radium weed, cancer weed, or milkweed) is a species of Euphorbia, native to most of Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia, where it typically grows in cultivated arable land, gardens, and other disturbed land.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Petty Spurge?
The scientific name of Petty Spurge is Euphorbia peplus.
What is the conservation status of Petty Spurge?
The Petty Spurge has a conservation status of Not Evaluated.
What kingdom does Petty Spurge belong to?
Petty Spurge belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Petty Spurge belong to?
Petty Spurge belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Petty Spurge belong to?
Petty Spurge belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Petty Spurge belong to?
Petty Spurge belongs to the order Malpighiales.
What family does Petty Spurge belong to?
Petty Spurge belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae.
What genus does Petty Spurge belong to?
Petty Spurge belongs to the genus Euphorbia.