What is another word for hairy spurge?
Pronunciation: [hˈe͡əɹi spˈɜːd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
Hairy spurge, also known as Euphorbia hirta, has several synonyms that are commonly used. Some of the most popular are asthma weed, snake weed, and milkweed. The name asthma weed comes from its traditional use in herbal medicine to treat respiratory ailments such as asthma, while snake weed highlights the plant's snakelike stems. Milkweed refers to the milky sap produced by the plant, which has been used in traditional medicine to treat skin disorders. Other common synonyms for hairy spurge include garden spurge, pillpod sandmat, and Australian asthma weed. Each of these names reflects a different aspect of the plant's appearance or traditional uses.
