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serrated spurge
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serrated spurge
Euphorbia serrata
Serrated spurge is a small plant with unique, jagged leaves. It grows in sunny places and can have bright yellow flowers that attract tiny insects.
Habitat: Grasslands
Appearance
The serrated spurge has slender, often reddish stems with narrow, vibrant green leaves that feature tiny, saw-toothed edges. Its inconspicuous, yellowish-green flowers are clustered in small groups, often surrounded by leaf-like bracts.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderMalpighialesFamilyEuphorbiaceaeGenusEuphorbia
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
2/5 · Low
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Interesting facts
Break its stem, and a white, milky sap like glue will ooze out!
Its name comes from its leaves, which have tiny, saw-like edges!
This plant is often found growing wild along roadsides and in disturbed fields!
Though small, it's a very resilient plant that can spread quickly!
Special abilities
Ability
Sap Shield
Serrated spurge has a milky, white sap that oozes when damaged, deterring hungry animals from eating it.
Ability
Seed Shooter
Serrated spurge can launch its tiny seeds explosively away from the parent plant, helping them spread far.
Ability
Tough Survivor
Serrated spurge has adaptations to thrive in poor, disturbed soils, allowing it to grow where others struggle.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 10-60 cm
- Spread
- 15-45 cm
- Flower Size
- 0.3-0.8 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- No
- Toxicity
- Mild
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
eats
spurge hawkmoth
Hyles euphorbiae
Larvae feed specifically on spurge leaves.
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Visits the small flowers for nectar and pollen.
eats
tarnished plant bug
Lygus lineolaris
Feeds on plant sap, causing damage to foliage.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Drought Tolerant
Drought-tolerant plants can survive and flourish in conditions with limited water availability.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Edible
Edible plants are those parts of a plant that are considered safe for human consumption.
Grassland
Grassland habitats are terrestrial biomes dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, supporting a variety of grazing animals.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
2/5 · Low
Be careful not to touch the sap, as it can irritate your skin.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is serrated spurge?
10-60 cm
How wide does serrated spurge spread?
15-45 cm
How big are the flowers on serrated spurge?
0.3-0.8 cm
When does serrated spurge bloom?
Summer
Is serrated spurge edible?
No
Is serrated spurge toxic?
Mild
What is serrated spurge's lifecycle?
Annual
How is serrated spurge pollinated?
Insect
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