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Pascuita

Euphorbia leucocephala

Least concern Introduced

Pascuita
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Overview

Euphorbia leucocephala, with many common names including little Christmas flower, white lace euphorbia, snow bush, snow flake, snows of Kilimanjaro and white Christmas bush is a species of plant in the family Euphorbiaceae. It is endemic to Mexico and Mesoamerica, and a relative of the poinsettia. Its clear sap is an irritant that can cause blisters and skin rashes. Ingesting it can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

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  1. Wikipedia (EN): Euphorbia leucocephala — CC BY-SA 4.0