Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
tanjorensis
ID:
220666

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.L.Ellis & Saroja

Source:
wcs

Year:
1962

Citation Micro:
J. Bombay Nat. Hist. Soc. 58: 834 (1962)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219995



Common Names

  • Jatropha tanjorensis
  • Coral Plant
  • Coralbush


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Description

Jatropha tanjorensis (also called Tanjore 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 India and Sri Lanka, and it can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha tanjorensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a hedge, and as a windbreak. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jatropha tanjorensis is yellow in color and has five petals. The seed is small, round and black in color. The seedlings are green in color and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jatropha tanjorensis is a shrub or small tree that can reach up to 5 m in height. It is usually propagated by seed, which should be sown in a well-drained soil mix. The seedlings should be kept moist and in a warm, sunny location. Once established, the plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Jatropha tanjorensis

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

Jatropha tanjorensis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha tanjorensis?

Jatropha tanjorensis is native to Mexico.

What type of soil does Jatropha tanjorensis prefer?

Jatropha tanjorensis prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the average height of Jatropha tanjorensis?

Jatropha tanjorensis typically grows to a height of 5-7 feet.

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-104945: Based on the initial data import
Jamuel Leopold Ellis (1934-2010): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.L.Ellis' in the authors string.
T.L. Saroja: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Saroja' in the authors string.