Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
palmatipartita
ID:
1321605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Dehgan

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Fl. Neotrop. Monogr. 110: 128 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334059

Common Names

  • Jatropha
  • Palmatipartita Star
  • Palm-Parted Star

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Description

Jatropha palmatipartita (also called Palmate-parted Jatropha, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Euphorbiaceae family. It is native to Mexico and is found in grasslands and woodlands. It has a woody stem and produces yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha palmatipartita is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and flower beds. It can also be used as a medicinal herb to treat digestive problems and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jatropha palmatipartita is yellow, with a white center. The seed is small, round and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation information for Jatropha palmatipartita: This species is best grown in a warm, sheltered position in partial shade, in a well-drained soil. Propagate by division or by seed.

Where to Find Jatropha palmatipartita

Jatropha palmatipartita is found in Mexico.

Jatropha palmatipartita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jatropha palmatipartita?

Jatropha palmatipartita

What is the common name of Jatropha palmatipartita?

Palm-Leaf Jatropha

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha palmatipartita?

Tropical rainforests 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,

References

Bijan Dehgan (b.1939): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dehgan' in the authors string.