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More than 2000 species of the wild flora and fauna photographed in Zihuatanejo, Mexico and the surrounding area.
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Flowers of Zihuatanejo
Asthma Plant
Euphorbia hirta
Flowers by Colour
The Asthma Plant (Euphorbia hirta) is a herbaceous plant belonging to the Euphorbiaceae family. It is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions and is well-known for its medicinal properties. Stem: The stem is slender, hairy, and often reddish or purple in color. It contains a milky white latex that is characteristic of Euphorbia species. Flowers: Small, greenish or reddish flowers appear in dense clusters in leaf axils. Fruits: The fruit is a small, three-lobed capsule containing tiny seeds.

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