Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
hypogyna
ID:
220378

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radcl.-Sm. & Thulin

Source:
wcs

Year:
1991

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 46: 144 (1991)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219707



Common Names

  • Jatropha hypogyna
  • Hypogyna Jatropha
  • Jatropha


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Description

Jatropha hypogyna (also called 'Hypogynous 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 hypogynous, ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha hypogyna 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 hypogyna 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 hypogyna can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. Both methods require full sun and warm temperatures to ensure successful growth.

Where to Find Jatropha hypogyna

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

Jatropha hypogyna FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha hypogyna?

Jatropha hypogyna

What is the common name of Jatropha hypogyna?

Umbrella Tree

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha hypogyna?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

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-104673: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.
Alan Radcliffe-Smith (1938-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Radcl.-Sm.' in the authors string.