Euphorbia atoto

Description

Euphorbia atoto is a many-branched, evergreen perennial plant with prostrate to ascending stems that become more or less woody, at least at the base. It usually grows from 20 - 40cm tall, exceptionally to 60cm.The plant is harvested from the wild for local use as a medicine.The plant is classified as 'Vulnerable' in the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species.