Painted spurge. Euphorbia cyathophora
Native to tropical America
Painted spurge is proving to be a very invasive species on the north coast. It flourishes in humid climates invading hind-dunes.
Form: Herb up to 70cm high.
Flower: Dull red. Irregularly clustered at ends of stems and branches. Flowers most of the year.
Fruit/Seed: Small segmented capsule.
Controls: Hand-pull before it seeds.
Chemical controls are available.