Vascular Plants of the Gila Wilderness
Presented in Association with the
Western New Mexico University Department
of Natural Sciences
Chamaesyce revoluta (Engelmann) Small
(Curl Leaf Spurge)
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Status: Native
Synonyms:
Euphorbia revoluta Engelmann
Chamaesyce revoluta is a wiry spurge with linear leaves that are not toothed. The capsules are about 1-2mm long
and some of the leaf edges are turned under. The leaves are linear and over 10mm long and glabrous. There are four glands.
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Chamaesyce revoluta, photo Russ Kleinman & Adela Lente, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, Aug. 27, 2008
Chamaesyce revoluta, photo Russ Kleinman & Adela Lente, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, Aug. 27, 2008
Chamaesyce revoluta, photo Russ Kleinman & Adela Lente, Pinos Altos Range, Pinos Altos, Aug. 27, 2008
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