Euphorbia commutata explained

Euphorbia commutata, the tinted woodland spurge, is an annual plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to Eastern North America where it is found in rich, calcareous forests and rock outcrops.[1] It has small green flowers in the spring, so it is easily overlooked.[2] Leaves are obovate and alternate in arrangement with milky sap.[3]

Two varieties of Euphorbia commutata are sometimes recognized. These are:

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Flora of the Southern and Mid-Atlantic States.
  2. http://mnfi.anr.msu.edu/abstracts/botany/euphorbia_commutata.pdf Michigan Natural Features Inventory
  3. Web site: Euphorbia commutata (Tinted spurge) - Michigan Natural Features Inventory . 2023-11-26 . mnfi.anr.msu.edu.