Euphorbiaceae FAMILY

Euphorbia calyculata

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 calyculata is a shrub or small tree. A latex is sometimes obtained from the wild plants. It was at one time believed to have commercial potential, but is now only occasionally used locally, mainly for medicinal purposes.

Habitat & Origin

Origintropical

Native RangeNorthern S. America - Ecuador. Central America - Mexico.

HabitatNot known