Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
pauciflora
ID:
220531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wright ex Griseb.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1865

Citation Micro:
Nachr. Königl. Ges. Wiss. Georg-Augusts-Univ. 1: 170 (1865)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219860



Common Names

  • Jatropha pauciflora
  • Pauciflora Jatropha
  • Pauciflora Jatropha


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Synonyms

  • Jatropha diversifolia pauciflora M.Gómez [unknown]

Description

Jatropha pauciflora (also called Pauciflor jatropha, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It has ovate to oblong-lanceolate leaves with a smooth surface. Its native regions are Mexico and Guatemala, and it can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha pauciflora is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a windbreak and has a high drought tolerance. The plant has a high oil content and can be used to make biodiesel.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Jatropha pauciflora sub. haitensis Dehgan

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Jatropha pauciflora are yellow-green in color and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jatropha pauciflora is a shrubby plant that grows up to 2 m in height. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is propagated by seed and 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. Once established, it requires little maintenance and is drought tolerant.

Where to Find Jatropha pauciflora

Jatropha pauciflora is native to Mexico and Central America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical climates in areas with well-drained soils.

Jatropha pauciflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha pauciflora?

Jatropha pauciflora

What is the common name of Jatropha pauciflora?

Gumbo-limbo

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha pauciflora?

Tropical dry forests

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

August Grisebach (1814-1879): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griseb.' in the authors string.
John Wright (1811-1846): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wright' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:350393-1: Based on the initial data import