Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
angustifolia
ID:
220174

Status:
valid

Authors:
Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Nachr. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Georg-Augusts-Univ. 1: 171 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219503



Common Names

  • Jatropha angustifolia
  • Coral Plant
  • Coralbush


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Synonyms

  • Jatropha angustifolia spathulata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Jatropha glauca Griseb. [unknown]
  • Adenoropium angustifolium Arthur [unknown]
  • Jatropha angustifolia glauca Pax [unknown]
  • Jatropha angustifolia genuina Müll.Arg. [invalid]

Description

Jatropha angustifolia (also called narrow-leaved jatropha, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Africa. It has glossy green leaves and yellow-green flowers. It is found in dry woodlands and savannas, as well as rocky hillsides.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has a wide range of medicinal uses, including treating fever, skin diseases, and digestive disorders. It is also used as a natural insect repellent.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Jatropha angustifolia are yellow and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jatropha angustifolia is a shrub or small tree, growing up to 8 m tall. It is propagated from seed, which should be sown in spring. It prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil.

Where to Find Jatropha angustifolia

Jatropha angustifolia is native to tropical Asia, from India to China, and is also found in the Philippines.

Jatropha angustifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha angustifolia?

Jatropha angustifolia

What is the common name of Jatropha angustifolia?

Angustifolia Jatropha

Where is Jatropha angustifolia native to?

Central America

Species in the Jatropha genus

Jatropha aceroides, Jatropha aethiopica, Jatropha afrotuberosa, Jatropha alamanii, Jatropha andrieuxii, Jatropha angustifolia, Jatropha aspleniifolia, Jatropha atacorensis, Jatropha augusti, Jatropha bartlettii, Jatropha baumii, Jatropha botswanica, Jatropha breviloba, Jatropha brockmanii, Jatropha bullockii, Jatropha campestris, Jatropha canescens, Jatropha capensis, Jatropha cardiophylla, Jatropha cathartica, Jatropha catingae, Jatropha chamelensis, Jatropha chevalieri, Jatropha ciliata, Jatropha cinerea, Jatropha clavuligera, Jatropha collina, Jatropha confusa, Jatropha contrerasii, Jatropha conzattii, Jatropha cordata, Jatropha costaricensis, Jatropha crinita, Jatropha cuneata, Jatropha curcas, Jatropha decipiens, Jatropha decumbens, Jatropha dehganii, Jatropha dhofarica, Jatropha dichtar, Jatropha dioica, Jatropha dissecta, Jatropha divaricata, Jatropha elbae, Jatropha ellenbeckii, Jatropha elliptica, Jatropha erythropoda, Jatropha euarguta, Jatropha excisa, Jatropha fremontioides,

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-104479: Based on the initial data import
August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.