Cypress spurge
(Euphorbia cyparissias)
![cypress spurge flower](https://www.garfield-county.com/vegetation-management/filesgcco/sites/29/2019/03/cypress-spurge-flower.jpg)
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Stacey Leicht, University of Connecticut, Bugwood.org
An escaped ornamental, this low growing perennial plant is native to Eurasia. Leaves are very slender, linear and are about a half- to one-inch long. All parts of the plant contain a milky sap that is a skin and eye irritant. Gloves and eye protection should be worn when handling vegetation. Flowers are yellow-green and are in clusters at the end of the stems. The plant was used extensively as a ground cover in landscaped areas and is most commonly found near residential areas in moderately moist, sunny locations.
Cypress spurge is considered an A list species and is designated for eradication in Colorado. It has been found in Crystal Springs as well as in certain landscaping situations in Carbondale and Glenwood Springs.