Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
giffordiana
ID:
220310

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dehgan & G.L.Webster

Source:
wcs

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Madroño 25: 30 (1978)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219639



Common Names

  • Jatropha giffordiana
  • Giffordiana Jatropha
  • Jatropha


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Description

Jatropha giffordiana (also called Gifford's 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 giffordiana 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 giffordiana has 5 petals and is yellow in color. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jatropha giffordiana 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 giffordiana

Jatropha giffordiana can be found in Central and South America.

Jatropha giffordiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha giffordiana?

Jatropha giffordiana

What is the common name of Jatropha giffordiana?

Gifford's Jatropha

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha giffordiana?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South 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-104608: Based on the initial data import
Grady Webster (1927-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.L.Webster' in the authors string.
Bijan Dehgan (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dehgan' in the authors string.