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Division: Magnoliophyta

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Specific Epithet: Euphorbia lactea `Cristata`

Common Name: Elkhorn or Frilled Fan

Ethnobotanical/Economic Uses: Most diverse family morphologically and ecologically. This family contains tapioca, castor oil and the poinsettia.

Cultural Requirements: Tropical

Origin: India and Sri Lanka

Number of Specimens: 1

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