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Euphorbia amygdaloides
It reproduces both from seeds and root runners that spread underground then sprout new plants. It often grows to a height of 80 cm, and has dark green leaves about 6 cm long. The complex green-yellow inflorescence (cyathium) typical of Euphorbia appears between April and June. The milky latex of the plant is toxic and it can cause irritation on contact with the skin.
Endemic of Europe. Wood Spurge usually grows in the fertile and moist soil of the woodlands. Spotted at the Real Jardín Botánico de Madrid
Spotted on Apr 26, 2010
Submitted on Feb 23, 2012
2 Comments
Yes KarenL, they are fantastic
I love the Euphorbias - such a nice splash of color in the shade!