Euphorbia polygonifolia
Dune Spurge, Knotweed Spurge
Other regional names: Northern Seaside Spurge +2 more
- Northern Seaside Spurge
- Seaside Sandmat
- Seaside Spurge
Also known as: Amesike polygonifolia (Linnaeus) Rafinesque +3 more
- Amesike polygonifolia (Linnaeus) Rafinesque
- Anisophyllum polygonifolium (L.) Haw.
- Chamaesyce polygonifolia (L.) Small
- Xamesike polygonifolia (L.) Raf.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Euphorbiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a annual.
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Naturally occurring in North America, Euphorbia polygonifolia (commonly known as Dune Spurge or Knotweed Spurge) is an annual belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.
Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Annual
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Eastern Canada, North-Central U.S.A., Northeastern U.S.A., Southeastern U.S.A.
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, New Brunswick, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Nova Scotia, Ohio, Ontario, Pennsylvania, Prince Edward I., Québec, Rhode I., South Carolina, Virginia, Wisconsin
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)
France, Spain