Common Name : Milk Bush

Scientific Name: Euphorbia tirucalli

Description: The plants are normally seen as a houseplant in the North, but in South Florida they are quite hardy living in the open. The sap is milky and may be toxic to some people. In most cases, it is merely an irritant and quickly recovered from. Young plants grow rapidly, but as they age growth slows drastically.

Range: Tropical and South Africa

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