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Asthma Plant
Euphorbia hirta
herbaceousA compact, fast-growing tropical perennial with small red flowers and hairy leaves, traditionally used in herbal medicine for respiratory support. Thrives in warm, sunny locations with minimal water requirements.

Cassava
Manihot esculenta
shrubCassava is a tropical woody shrub cultivated for its starchy edible tuberous roots, a staple carbohydrate crop in tropical and subtropical regions. The plant produces small red or pink flowers but is valued primarily for underground root production rather than ornamental appeal.

Castor Bean
Ricinus communis
shrubA fast-growing tropical shrub with large, deeply lobed foliage and distinctive spiky seed pods. Grown ornamentally for dramatic foliage and architectural form, though seeds are toxic.

Chinese Tallow
Triadica sebifera
treeA fast-growing deciduous tree with attractive fall color and small flowers followed by waxy white berries. Highly invasive in warm climates; use with caution.

Crown-of-Thorns
Euphorbia milii
shrubCrown-of-Thorns is a succulent shrub with thorny stems and small colorful flowers (typically red, pink, or yellow) that bloom nearly year-round with proper care. It thrives in bright sunlight and requires minimal water, making it ideal for dry indoor or outdoor settings.

Cypress Spurge
Euphorbia cyparissias
herbaceousA fine-textured, needle-like perennial that produces chartreuse flowers and foliage in spring, turning reddish in autumn. Extremely drought-tolerant once established and suitable for rock gardens or dry borders.

Dog's Mercury
Mercurialis perennis
herbaceousA low-growing woodland perennial with oval leaves and tiny greenish flowers in early spring. Excellent groundcover for shaded areas under trees, though it can spread vigorously.

Elephant's Ear
Macaranga tanarius
treeA tropical tree known for its large, heart-shaped leaves with distinctive pale undersides and unusual umbrellas-like petioles. It is fast-growing and provides ornamental foliage in warm climates.

Flowering Spurge
Euphorbia corollata
herbaceousFlowering spurge is a native North American perennial with delicate white flowers held above airy foliage that creates an open, graceful appearance in sunny gardens. It thrives in dry conditions and attracts pollinators throughout the summer months.

Mediterranean Spurge
Euphorbia characias
shrubA striking Mediterranean shrub with blue-green foliage and showy chartreuse-yellow flower bracts that bloom in late winter to spring. Highly drought-tolerant once established and excellent for adding year-round structure to dry gardens.

Petty Spurge
Euphorbia peplus
Petty Spurge is a small, weedy annual with inconspicuous greenish flowers and a distinctive milky sap. It thrives in disturbed areas and full sun with minimal water requirements.

Poinsettia
Euphorbia pulcherrima
shrubA tropical shrub prized for its showy red, pink, or white bracts (modified leaves) that peak around the winter holidays. Typically grown as a potted houseplant in cooler climates, requiring bright indirect light and careful watering.

Slender Leafy Spurge
Euphorbia virgata
herbaceousSlender leafy spurge is an invasive perennial with narrow leaves and small yellow-green flowers that spreads via deep rhizomes. It thrives in dry, open areas and is difficult to control once established.

Spotted Spurge
Euphorbia maculata
groundcoverSpotted spurge is a low-growing annual groundcover with small rounded leaves marked by reddish-brown spots and tiny pink flowers. It thrives in hot, dry conditions and spreads quickly across bare soil and gardens.

Sun Spurge
Euphorbia helioscopia
A fast-growing annual spurge with small yellowish-green flowers and distinctive umbrella-like leaf arrangements. It thrives in sunny spots and dry soils with minimal care.

Variegated Croton
Codiaeum variegatum
shrubA tropical shrub prized for its brilliantly colored, variegated foliage in shades of red, orange, yellow, pink, and green. Best grown indoors or in warm climates, it requires bright light and warm temperatures to maintain its vibrant leaf colors.

Wood Spurge
Euphorbia amygdaloides
herbaceousWood spurge is a semi-woody evergreen perennial with distinctive lime-yellow bracts in spring and dark green foliage that often takes on reddish tones in winter. It thrives in dry shade and is excellent for woodland gardens and difficult spots.