Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
sotoi-nunyezii
ID:
836521

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fern.Casas & E.Martínez

Source:
wcs

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Fontqueria 55: 471 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000835856



Common Names

  • Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii
  • Sotoi-nunyezii Jatropha
  • Sotoi-nunyez Jatropha


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Description

Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii (also called Sotoi-Nunyez's Jatropha, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Mexico. It is an evergreen shrub with glossy, dark green leaves and clusters of small, yellow, fragrant flowers. It is found in humid forests, thickets, and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and as a houseplant. It is known for its attractive foliage and its ability to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii is a small, white, cup-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling with sixteen leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii is a perennial shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. To propagate, take a cutting from the plant and allow it to dry for a few days. Plant the cutting in a pot filled with well-draining soil and water it regularly. The cutting should take root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii

Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii is native to Mexico.

Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii?

Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

What type of soil does Jatropha sotoi-nunyezii prefer?

Well-drained, loamy soil

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-373115: Based on the initial data import
Francisco Javier Fernández Casas (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fern.Casas' in the authors string.
Esteban Martínez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Martínez' in the authors string.