Meaning of the word euphorbia in English

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euphorbia

US /juːˈfɔːr.bi.ə/
UK /juːˈfɔː.bi.ə/
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Noun

a large and diverse genus of flowering plants, commonly called spurge, characterized by a milky sap and often unique floral structures

Example:
The garden features several species of euphorbia known for their striking foliage.
Be careful when pruning euphorbia, as the milky sap can irritate the skin.