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Flowers of Zihuatanejo

Painted Spurge

Euphorbia heterophylla

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Painted Spurge (Euphorbia heterophylla) is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family Euphorbiaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region but can be found in other parts of the world as an introduced species. This plant often grows in disturbed soil and is used as an ornamental in gardens and parks. It has an upright stem that is marked with red and green stripes and long, narrow leaves. Its flowers are small and yellow and attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

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