Euphorbia terracina

Scientific name

Euphorbia terracina

Common name

Geraldton Carnation Weed or False Caper

Family

Euphorbiaceae

Priority

High

Plant description

A native of the Mediterranean and now a serious and common weed across Australia. A branching perennial which grows to 90 cm tall and produces an irritating milky sap when cut. Flowering in summer with a yellow green flower head.

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