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Euphorbia ampliphylla

Family: Euphorbiaceae


What it is like

A tree. It grows 30 m high. The trunk has slight buttresses at the base. The crown is small. The leaves are small. They are near the end of stems.

Possibly edible.


Where it is found

It is a tropical plant. It grows in mountain rainforest. It is usually near streams. It suits humid locations. In Malawi it grows at about 1,950-2,150 m altitude.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, East Africa, Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia


How it is used for food

Caution: All parts are poisonous. It can also cause allergic reactions.

Edible parts

Caution


How it is grown


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