Euphorbia cornigera
Euphorbia cornigera, commonly known as the horn euphorbia, is a striking succulent native to Mexico. Characterized by its cylindrical, cactus-like stems and unique horn-shaped tubercles, this resilient plant thrives in arid environments. While visually captivating, it contains a toxic milky latex, requiring careful handling to avoid skin irritation.
- Scientific name: Euphorbia cornigera
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Asia-Tropical
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Euphorbiaceae, specifically falling under the genus Euphorbia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Euphorbia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, scientifically known as Euphorbia cornigera, is recognized by various names depending on the linguistic context. In Persian, it is referred to by the transliterated common name یوفوربیا کرنیگرا.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| fa | یوفوربیا کرنیگرا | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is native to several distinct regions within the Indian Subcontinent. Its geographical range extends across the diverse landscapes of the West Himalaya. Additionally, the species can be found growing in the mountainous terrains of the East Himalaya. It also maintains a presence within the specific environmental niches of Pakistan. Together, these areas define the primary natural distribution of Euphorbia cornigera.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | East Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Pakistan | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
Activities
Euphorbia cornigera has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Cytotoxic.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Cytotoxic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |