Euphorbia trigona
Euphorbia trigona · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Euphorbia trigona, scientifically known as Euphorbia trigona, is a striking succulent native to the arid landscapes of Southern Africa. Characterized by its unique, triangular stems and sculptural form, this resilient plant is highly valued by collectors for its aesthetic appeal and its ability to thrive in challenging environments.
- Family
- Not available
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Euphorbia trigonaDistribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical range spanning several regions across the African continent. In Northern Africa, its presence can be observed specifically within Tunisia. Moving toward West-Central Tropical Africa, it is widely distributed through Gabon, the Congo, and the DR Congo. The species also extends its reach into South Tropical Africa, where it is found in Angola. Together, these locations highlight the broad ecological footprint of Euphorbia trigonoides.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Tunisia | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Congo | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | Gabon | WCVP |
| West-Central Tropical Africa | DR Congo | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Angola | WCVP |
| South Tropical Africa | Malawi | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
Chemicals
Euphorbia trigona has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Betulin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Betulin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Betulin
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Euphorbia trigona has 12 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include AntiHIV, Anticarcinomic, Antifeedant, Antiflu, Antiinflammatory.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| AntiHIV | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticarcinomic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifeedant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiflu | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiinflammatory | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antitumor | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiviral | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Aphidifuge | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Cytotoxic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Hypolipemic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |