Division: Magnoliophyta

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Specific Epithet: Euphorbia obesa

Common Name: Baseball Plant

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

Cultural Requirements: Subtropical

Origin: South Africa

Number of Specimens: 3

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