Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites
Euphorbia myrsinites myrsinites
Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites, commonly known as the Myrsinites Spurge, is a resilient succulent native to arid regions. Valued in traditional medicine, this plant possesses unique bioactive compounds. While used for its therapeutic potential, its potent milky latex requires careful handling due to its highly irritating properties.
- Scientific name: Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites
- 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. It is classified within the order Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Euphorbia as the subspecies Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites.
| 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 as Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites in English (en), is also referred to as Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites in French (fr), Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites in Russian (ru), Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites in Spanish (es), and Euphorbia myrsinites subsp. myrsinites in Italian (it).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Euphorbia myrsinites myrsinites | Wikidata |
| fr | Euphorbia myrsinites myrsinites | Wikidata |
| ru | Euphorbia myrsinites myrsinites | Wikidata |
| es | Euphorbia myrsinites myrsinites | Wikidata |
| it | Euphorbia myrsinites myrsinites | Wikidata |
| bg | Euphorbia myrsinites myrsinites | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution across several distinct regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within the borders of Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, it is found spanning the territories of both Germany and the Czechia-Slovakia region. The species also extends into Southwestern Europe, specifically inhabiting the Baleares islands. Finally, its range reaches the Mediterranean landscape of Corse.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Kriti | WCVP |