Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
hernandiifolia
ID:
220351

Status:
valid

Authors:
Vent.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1803

Citation Micro:
Jard. Malmaison : 52 (1803)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219680



Common Names

  • Jatropha hernandiifolia
  • Hernandiifolia Jatropha
  • Jatropha


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Synonyms

  • Jatropha hernandiifolia epeltata Pax [unknown]
  • Jatropha heterophylla Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Loureira peltata Desv. [unknown]
  • Adenoropium hernandiifolium (Vent.) Pohl [unknown]
  • Curcas hernandiifolius Britton [unknown]
  • Curcas peltatum Baill. [unknown]

Description

Jatropha hernandiifolia (also called 'Hernandiifolia Jatropha', among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree, usually growing to a height of 2-4 m. It is native to Mexico and Central America, and is found in dry forests, scrub and rocky slopes. It has ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Jatropha hernandiifolia var. hernandiifolia
Jatropha hernandiifolia var. portoricensis Urb.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jatropha hernandiifolia is yellow and has 5 petals. 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 hernandiifolia is a shrub that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It is not frost tender.

Where to Find Jatropha hernandiifolia

Jatropha hernandiifolia is native to Mexico and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the country.

Jatropha hernandiifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha hernandiifolia?

Jatropha hernandiifolia

What is the common name of Jatropha hernandiifolia?

Hernandii Jatropha

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha hernandiifolia?

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