Flore médicale des Antilles, ou, Traité des plantes usuelles, Paris, Pichard, 1821-1829, botany, West Indies, medicinal plants, botany, medical, This illustration features the Euphorbia caput-ethiopica, showcasing its distinctive characteristics. The plant displays a slender stem adorned with alternating leaves that have serrated edges. At the top of the stem, clusters of small, rounded flower heads are depicted, each surrounded by leafy bracts. To the side, a detailed drawing of a single leaf highlights its prominent veins and shape, while an accompanying illustration of the fruit offers insight into its reproductive structure. The overall composition reflects the botanical study of this species, emphasizing both its form and unique features.