Dwarf spurge
Euphorbia exigua
Family: Euphorbiaceae
What it is like
A small annual herb.
There are about 2000 Euphorbia species. Most Euphorbias have sap which irritates the skin.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. Tasmania Herbarium.
Countries/locations it is found in
Australia (country/location of origin), Europe, Luxembourg, Tasmania (country/location of origin)
How it is used for food
Caution: All Euphorbias or spurges have irritating sap and many have chemicals that can cause cancer.
Edible parts
Caution