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mala mujer
Scientific Name: Cnidoscolus angustidens
Family: Euphorbiaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Cnidoscolus angustidens: The Mala Mujer
The term "Mala Mujer," meaning "bad woman" in Spanish, is a common name applied to several herbaceous plants within the genus Cnidoscolus, particularly Cnidoscolus angustidens.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- These plants are known for possessing stinging hairs, which can cause discomfort upon contact.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Cnidoscolus angustidens
- Common Name: Mala Mujer (Spanish for "bad woman"), Texas bullnettle.
- Family: Euphorbiaceae (Spurge family)
Distribution and Habitat
- Cnidoscolus angustidens is native to regions where Spanish is spoken.
Morphological Characteristics
- Texas bullnettle (Cnidoscolus texanus) is described as a spiny, deep-rooted plant.
- One source describes a "Mala Mujer" as a semi-woody shrub or small tree with white flowers atop long, stiff stems (peduncles).
Interactions with Other Organisms
- One source states, "Plants that cause pain tend to specialize based on their family," while discussing Mala Mujer (Cnidoscolus augustidens).
Further Information
- Additional information and images can be found in the Arizona-Sonoran Desert Museum digital library.