Could this be Euphorbia falcata?

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  1. duffy

    duffy Active Member

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    I have had these photographs for at least 3 years or more without ever being able to identify this little Euphorbia. Found growing on top of concrete wall, soil covered. Found at a quota of 700 ft. in the zone of the surrounding countryside of Naples. Italy. At first I thought it could be a tiny Euphorbia amygdaloides, but the red of the plant made me change my mind. If any member can help I will be extremely grateful. duffy
     

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  2. Daniel Mosquin

    Daniel Mosquin Paragon of Plants UBC Botanical Garden Forums Administrator Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    A very red form of Euphorbia falcata can be seen on this forum, so it's certainly possible that this is what it is.
     
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    Re: Euphorbia falcata. I have been a little hasty assuming this plant to be Euphorbia falcata. I had not noticed the serrated margins on the bracts which make me think rightly or wrongly of Euphorbia serrata. Can anyone help me to come up with thew correct ID.
    Best wishes to all members. duffy
     

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