Euphorbia Heterophylla (Noun)
Meaning
Showy poinsettia found from the southern United States to Peru.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The botanical garden's Christmas exhibit featured a vibrant display of Euphorbia heterophylla, a type of showy poinsettia found from the southern United States to Peru.
- In its native habitat, Euphorbia heterophylla grows as a shrub, but when cultivated it can be trained into a compact, decorative shape.
- During the holiday season, florists often substitute Euphorbia heterophylla for the more common poinsettia due to its brighter colors and more striking patterns.
- Researchers studying Euphorbia heterophylla have made several breakthroughs in understanding the genetic mechanisms that control the plant's dramatic color changes.
- At the greenhouse, a single stem of Euphorbia heterophylla had been grafted onto the root system of a hardier species, creating a unique and breathtaking specimen.