Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
martiusii
ID:
220458

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baill.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1864

Citation Micro:
Adansonia 4: 268 (1864)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219787



Common Names

  • Jatropha martiusii
  • Martiusii Jatropha
  • Martiusii Jatropha


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Synonyms

  • Jatropha palmatifolia Ule [unknown]
  • Adenoropium martiusii Pohl [unknown]

Description

Jatropha martiusii (also called Martius' Physic Nut, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 10 m in height. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, and tropical and subtropical dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha martiusii is an ornamental plant that is used in landscaping. It is also used as a shade tree and for windbreaks. The plant is drought tolerant and can be used to help prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Jatropha martiusii has bright red flowers with yellow centers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a reddish-brown stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jatropha martiusii 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 martiusii

Jatropha martiusii is native to Central America, from Mexico to Panama. It is found in dry and semi-arid areas, often in disturbed habitats.

Jatropha martiusii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha martiusii?

Jatropha martiusii

What is the common name of Jatropha martiusii?

Martius' Jatropha

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha martiusii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Mexico and 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