Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
divaricata
ID:
220268

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1788

Citation Micro:
Prodr. Veg. Ind. Occ. : 98 (1788)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219597



Common Names

  • Divaricata Jatropha
  • Jatropha Divaricata
  • Spreading Jatropha


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Synonyms

  • Adenoropium divaricatum (Sw.) Pohl [unknown]

Description

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

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha divaricata is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge plant, and as a source of fuel and oil.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jatropha divaricata 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 divaricata is a shrub that can reach up to 3 meters in height. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed. The seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Jatropha divaricata

Jatropha divaricata can be found in Central and South America.

Jatropha divaricata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha divaricata?

Jatropha divaricata

What is the common name of Jatropha divaricata?

Spreading Jatropha

What is the native range of Jatropha divaricata?

Mexico

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