
Euphorbiaceae FAMILY
Euphorbia indica
Euphorbia indica
Edibility
0/5
Medicinal
2/5
Safety & Hazards
Although we have seen no specific information for this plant, the latex in most, if not all Euphorbias is caustic and toxic - skin contact often causing irritation and blistering; contact with the eyes causing temporary or even permanent blindness; whilst ingestion can cause purging or more severe problems[ K Title Plants for a Future Author Ken Fern Description Notes from observations, tasting etc at Plants For A Future and on field trips. ].
Botanical Description
Euphorbia indica is an annual plant growing from 6 - 60cm tall. The plant is sometimes harvested from the wild for local medicinal use.
Habitat & Origin
Origintropical
Native RangeW. Asia - Iran, Afghanistan to Pakistan, India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Thailand.
HabitatNot known