Euphorbia ipecacuanhae L.

Locations ofEuphorbia ipecacuanhae L. in Virginia

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Family
Euphorbiaceae
Botanical Name
Euphorbia ipecacuanhae L.
Common Name
American Ipepac, Wild Ipepac
Synonym(s)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Euphorbia ipecacuanhae L.
Comments
Extremely variable in leaf shape and width.
Habitat
Dry, sandy forests, woodlands, and clearings. Infrequent and local in the Coastal Plain, north to Caroline County (historical in Arlington County). Although spotty in distribution, it is often common in local areas with deep, sandy soils.
Native Status
Native

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