Description
Zebra spurge (Euphorbia confinalis subsp. rhodesiaca) is a perennial shrub or small tree in the spurge family. The main trunk has low branching, and the stems are 4–5‑sided with thick spines. It is primarily found in Zimbabwe and is now widely cultivated in dry tropical regions.
Taxonomy: Family Euphorbiaceae, genus Euphorbia, scientific name Euphorbia confinalis subsp. rhodesiaca, named for the zebra‑striped pattern on its trunk.
Morphological characteristics: The stems are 4–5‑sided and spiny; the trunk base often produces multiple branches, and mature plants can develop into shrubs or small trees.
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