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Euphorbia esula subsp. esula

Euphorbia esula subsp. esula, commonly known as leafy spurge, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Eurasia. While often classified as a persistent agricultural weed, it holds historical significance in traditional medicine. Characterized by its milky latex, this species requires careful handling due to its potential skin irritant properties.

  • Scientific name: Euphorbia esula subsp. esula
  • Family: Euphorbiaceae
  • Native range: Europe

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Euphorbiaceae and the genus Euphorbia. Specifically, it is identified as the subspecies Euphorbia esula subsp. esula.

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, known scientifically as Euphorbia esula subsp. esula, is referred to by the common name lännenkenttätyräkki in Finnish.
Language Common Name Source
fi lännenkenttätyräkki Wikidata

Distribution

This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several regions within the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is well-documented in Denmark and Great Britain. It can also be found extending further north through the territories of Norway and Sweden. Moving toward the center of the continent, the species is established in Middle Europe. Specifically, its range includes the mountainous landscapes of Austria.

Region Area Source
Northern Europe Denmark WCVP
Northern Europe Great Britain WCVP
Northern Europe Norway WCVP
Northern Europe Sweden WCVP
Middle Europe Austria WCVP
Middle Europe Belgium WCVP
Middle Europe Czechia-Slovakia WCVP
Middle Europe Germany WCVP
Middle Europe Hungary WCVP
Middle Europe Netherlands WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, Euphorbia esula subsp. esula, is a perennial herb where the medicinal properties can be derived from the whole plants. When preparing traditional remedies, practitioners often utilize the whole plant, including the milky latex, stems, leaves, and roots, as each part contains the specific chemical constituents necessary for its therapeutic effects.
Total parts
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Scientific sources
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