Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
cathartica
ID:
220218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Terán & Berland.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1832

Citation Micro:
Mem. Comis. Limites 1832: 9 (1832)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219547



Common Names

  • Cathartica Jatropha
  • Jatropha Cathartica
  • Purging Jatropha


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Synonyms

  • Jatropha berlandieri Torr. [unknown]
  • Adenoropium berlandieri Small [unknown]

Description

Jatropha cathartica (also called 'Purging Physic Nut', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 4 m tall. It is native to the Caribbean and is found in dry, rocky soils. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha cathartica 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 flower of Jatropha cathartica is yellow with five petals and a star-like shape. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jatropha cathartica is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico and Central America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and rooted in a moist soil mix. Once established, the plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Jatropha cathartica

Jatropha cathartica is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia and Somalia. It is found in dry and semi-arid areas, often in disturbed habitats.

Jatropha cathartica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha cathartica?

Jatropha cathartica

What is the common name of Jatropha cathartica?

Cathartica Jatropha

Where is Jatropha cathartica 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