Spurge: meaning, definitions and examples
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spurge
[ spษrdส ]
botanical term
Spurge refers to a diverse group of plants belonging to the family Euphorbiaceae, many of which have milky sap and can be found in various habitats. These plants often have distinctive flowers and leaves and include species that are used in traditional medicine as well as ornamental plants in gardens.
Synonyms
Euphorbia, cactus plant, milkweed.
Examples of usage
- The garden was adorned with a variety of spurge, showcasing its unique leaves and flowers.
- Some species of spurge are known to have medicinal properties that have been used for centuries.
- The spurge plant is often used in landscaping due to its resilience and aesthetic appeal.
Translations
Translations of the word "spurge" in other languages:
๐ต๐น euphorbia
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเฅเคชเคฐเฅเค
๐ฉ๐ช Wolfsmilch
๐ฎ๐ฉ euphorbia
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะพะปะพัะฐะน
๐ต๐ฑ wilczomlecz
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฆใใคใฐใต
๐ซ๐ท euphorbe
๐ช๐ธ euforbia
๐น๐ท sรผtleฤen
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ํฌ๋ฅด๋น์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงููุจู
๐จ๐ฟ eufรณrbie
๐ธ๐ฐ euforbia
๐จ๐ณ ๅคงๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ euforbija
๐ฎ๐ธ euphorbia
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัาฏััั ำฉััะผะดัะบ
๐ฌ๐ช แขแงแฃแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mรผxtษlif
๐ฒ๐ฝ euforbia
Etymology
The word 'spurge' comes from the Middle English 'sperge', which is derived from the Old French 'espurge', meaning 'to purge'. This etymology reflects the historical use of some species of spurge in herbal medicine, particularly as a purgative. The application of the term has evolved over time to denote various plants within the Euphorbiaceae family, which are characterized by their milky sap and unique floral structures. The classification of spurge has expanded as botanical science has developed, leading to a better understanding of the numerous species and their ecological roles. The diversity of spurge species showcases the adaptability of these plants to different environments, contributing to their widespread presence across the globe.