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General Information

Euphorbia enterophora is an evergreen, succulent tree
The tree is sometimes harvested from the wild for the wax that is formed on its trunk. It is also planted as a pot plant and sold as such on the internet[].
The typical subspecies has a large extent of occurrence (113,423 km²) and a large area of occupancy (42,844 km²). It is recorded from 38 localities and comprises six to twelve subpopulations. There are some threats (from habitat degradation, fire, habitat clearing for charcoal, and collection for horticultural purposes), but these do not yet trigger a threatened status. The plant is classified as 'Least Concern' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species(2013)[].

Known Hazards

Although we have seen no specific information for this plant, the latex in most, if not all Euphorbias is caustic and toxic - skin contact often causing irritation and blistering; contact with the eyes causing temporary or even permanent blindness; whilst ingestion can cause purging or more severe problems[].

Botanical References

Range

Africa - Madagascar.

Habitat

Located in the south-west bush of Madagascar (dry forest), or on rocks and inselbergs of the central high plateau[].

Properties

Conservation Status	Least Concern
Other Uses Rating
Habit	Evergreen Tree
Height	0.00 m
Cultivation Status	Ornamental, Wild

Cultivation Details

Not known

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal

None known

Other Uses

The trunk is covered with a wax, which has been used for polishing[].

Propagation

Seed -
Cuttings root easily. They need to be stored in light shade for a few days to dry before being planted, or else they will rot. It is best to plant the cuttings when the rain is about to stop, in a well-drained soil[].

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