Euphorbia serpillifolia subsp. serpillifolia

Family: Euphorbiaceae · Type: annual · Native

Thyme-leaf spurge is a California native annual found in dry habitats at elevations below 2,500 meters. Flowering from August to October, this plant produces small, inconspicuous flowers in delicate clusters. Growing with glabrous stems spreading to 15 centimeters tall, it forms low, compact patches across arid landscapes. Its leaves are small, measuring 3 to 14 millimeters long, creating a dense, fine-textured appearance across the plant. The smooth to slightly wrinkled seeds contribute to its subtle but distinctive character.

Habitat: Common. Dry habitats

Bloom period: Aug-Oct

Elevation: < 2500 m

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