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Koolau Range sandmat

Scientific Name: Chamaesyce rockii

Family: Euphorbiaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Tree, Shrub

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Euphorbia rockii (Koolau Range Sandmat)

Euphorbia rockii, also known as Chamaesyce rockii, is a rare flowering plant belonging to the euphorb family. It is commonly referred to as Koolau Range sandmat and Rock's broomspurge.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Euphorbia rockii C.N. Forbes
  • Synonym: Chamaesyce rockii (Forbes) Croizat & O. Deg.
  • Common Names: Koolau Range sandmat, Rock's broomspurge
  • Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge Family)
  • Kingdom: (Implied, Plantae)
  • Rank: Species

Distribution and Habitat

This species is associated with the Koolau Range on the island of Oahu, Hawaii. The Koolau Range is described as mountains paralleling the eastern coast of Oahu for 37 miles (60 km), formed by volcanic eruptions.

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

Chamaesyce rockii is described as a tree or shrub and is a perennial plant, meaning it lives for more than two years.

Further Information

  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Dave's Garden
  • Plant database entries
  • Discover Life
  • USDA PLANTS database: plants.usda.gov/java/profile