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Euphorbia mercurialina

Mercury Spurge
Also known as: Agaloma ciliata Raf. +3 more
  • Agaloma ciliata Raf.
  • Agaloma mercurialina (Michx.) Nieuwl.
  • Euphorbia mercurialis Pers.
  • Tithymalopsis mercurialina (Michx.) Small
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Euphorbiaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Found natively in North America, Euphorbia mercurialina (commonly known as Mercury Spurge) is a herbaceous perennial belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Virginia

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