Euphorbia (L. 1753) It exhibits great morphological diversity, ranging from small herbs to shrubs and cactus-like succulents. This resemblance to cacti often leads to frequent misidentification. Its distinguishing feature is the cyathium, an inflorescence that mimics a single flower. Many species exude an irritating and toxic white latex from any injury. More Information Etymology: The term Euphorbia derives from Euphorbus, the renowned physician of King Juba of Mauritania (25 BC to 33 AD), with whom he traveled throughout North Africa, including the Canary Islands, to study its flora.Place of Origin: All non-frozen areas of the planet.
Monadenium More Information Etymology: From the Greek (Monos) meaning single or alone, and (adenium), meaning gland, in reference to the flower of Monadenium coccineum, the first to be discovered.Place of Origin: Tropical East Africa excluding Madagascar.