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Jerusalem thorn

Scientific name: Euphorbia splendens

Continent: Central America and the Caribbean

Fruit: Yes

Fallen Leaf: No

Toxic: No

Size: 1 - 1,5 m

Native to Madagascar with leaves with a thorn at the base.

The Jerusalem thorn is a thorny shrub between 1 and 1.5 meters high. It is native to Madagascar and has green leaves on both sides with a thorn at the base of the stem. Its flowers are gathered in small red bunches and are in bloom practically all year round.

Its sap is an irritant, so avoid contact with the skin.

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