Status:
valid
Authors:
Pax & K.Hoffm.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 147, VII: 398 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219671
Common Names
- Jatropha grossidentata
- Grossidentata Jatropha
- Jatropha
Description
Jatropha grossidentata (also called 'Large-toothed 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 large-toothed, ovate leaves and small, yellow-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Jatropha grossidentata 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 grossidentata 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Jatropha grossidentata 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 grossidentata
Jatropha grossidentata can be found in Central and South America.
Jatropha grossidentata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Jatropha grossidentata?
Jatropha grossidentata
What is the common name of Jatropha grossidentata?
Gross-toothed Jatropha
What is the natural habitat of Jatropha grossidentata?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South 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,