Euphorbia trigona (African Milk Tree) is a succulent shrub or small tree with upright stems branching from above the base. It can grow up …
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Epithet: trigona
Meaning: Trigonal; three-angled; having three angles
Derivation: Feminine form of the Latin adjective "trigonus."
Pronunciation: try-GOH-nuh
Whereas the generic name must be unique, there are often two or more genera with the same specific epithet. The same epithet can also be used within a species for subspecies, varieties, and forms.
Here is a full list of succulents with this epithet. Click on the photo or the plant name for which you wish to see further information.