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wild spurge

 

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Noun wild spurge has 1 sense
  1. wild spurge, flowering spurge, tramp's spurge, Euphorbia corollata - common perennial United States spurge having showy white petallike bracts
    --1 is a kind of spurge
    --1 is a member of Euphorbia, genus Euphorbia

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Wild Spurge

Description

Wild spurge, also known as Euphorbia corollata, is a flowering plant belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to North America and is commonly found in open woodlands, prairies, and meadows. This perennial herbaceous plant features clusters of small, white flowers and has a milky sap.

Sense 1: Plant

Wild spurge refers to the plant species Euphorbia corollata.

Example sentence: The wild spurge blooms with delicate white flowers during the summer months.

Sense 2: Medicinal Purposes

Wild spurge has been used for medicinal purposes for centuries. It contains compounds with potential anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties.

Example sentence: The dried roots of wild spurge are commonly used in traditional medicine for their diuretic effects.

Sense 3: Weed Control

Wild spurge is also considered a weed in some areas, as it can rapidly spread and compete with native plants.

Example sentence: The local farmers have been struggling to control the wild spurge infestation in their fields.

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