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Cypress Spurge

Euphorbia cyparissias

Photo by ForestDragon
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Description:

Low growing, erect plant with fine, needle-like leaves. Green/yellow flower cluster at top of plant. Emits a milky sap when plant is broken. Seed pods can expel seeds up to 16 feet from plant.

Habitat:

Sunken Meadow State Park, New York. Growing along the sides of the trail and in the dunes near the beach (sandy soil). Prefers open, disturbed areas.

Notes:

Native to Europe and introduced to North America originally as an ornamental plant. Is considered invasive or noxious in some areas. Potentially toxic to some livestock.

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