Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Mediterranean Spurge |
| Scientific Name | Euphorbia characias |
| MainColor | Green |
| PlantType |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Season Found | May (Feb - Jun) |
| ImageUrl | Euphorbia-005 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Hambleton Hall |
| Country Found | UK |
| Last Updated | 08 September 2026 |
| Photo Quality | A |
Flower Details
Description
Mediterranean Spurge is a robust, evergreen perennial with tall, erect stems and narrow, grey-green leaves. It produces large, cylindrical clusters of chartreuse flowers with a distinctive cup-shaped bract. The plant exudes a milky sap when cut, which is characteristic of the Euphorbia genus.
Distribution
Native to the Mediterranean region, it is commonly found in rocky and sunny habitats, including coastal areas and dry slopes.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - the plant contains a toxic latex sap that can cause irritation.
Human Toxicity
Mildly_Toxic
Mildly Toxic - contact with the sap can cause skin irritation and ingestion may lead to nausea and vomiting.
Pet Toxicity
Mildly Toxic to dogs and cats - ingestion can cause drooling, vomiting, and diarrhoea.
Active Compounds
Euphorbon, resiniferatoxin, ingenol.