Chamaesyce

/ˌkæməˈsaɪsi/ noun

Definition

A genus of small, often prostrate plants in the spurge family, including common weeds like spotted spurge, found worldwide in warm climates.

Etymology

From Greek 'chamae' (low, dwarf) and possibly a proper name. The name reflects these plants' typically low-growing, spreading habit.

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Spotted spurge is a tiny weed that's incredibly annoying to gardeners, but it's actually brilliant at survival—it produces thousands of seeds and can complete an entire life cycle in just 6 weeks, making it nearly impossible to eliminate.

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