Cypress Spurge
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| Euphorbia cyparissias L. |
Cypress Spurge is a plant in the genus Euphorbia, which is native to Europe and was introduced in North America.
It is reproducing by seeds and also by the very well developed underground roots. It usually has a height of 10-80 cm. It can be easily identified by its leaves, which are small and linear (they have a length of 2-4 cm and a width of 1-2 mm) and emit a milky sap when broken. Its petal-like bracts are usually green-yellow. The milky juice of the plant is toxic and it develops irritations on contact with the skin.
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