Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
schweinfurthii
ID:
220629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pax

Source:
wcs

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 19: 110 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219958

Common Names

  • Jatropha schweinfurthii
  • Schweinfurthii Physic Nut
  • Schweinfurthii Barbados Nut

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Description

Jatropha schweinfurthii (also called Schweinfurth's jatropha, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It has yellow flowers and small, glossy leaves. It grows in dry, tropical climates and is often found in open woodland areas.

Uses & Benefits

Jatropha schweinfurthii 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 schweinfurthii sub. schweinfurthii
Jatropha schweinfurthii sub. atrichocarpa Radcl.-Sm.
Jatropha schweinfurthii sub. zambica Radcl.-Sm.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jatropha schweinfurthii 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 schweinfurthii is a shrub or small tree that grows to a height of 2–3 m. It is propagated by cuttings or by seed. Cuttings should be taken from mature, healthy plants and planted in a well-drained soil. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil and kept moist until germination. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are about 15 cm tall.

Where to Find Jatropha schweinfurthii

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

Jatropha schweinfurthii FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Jatropha schweinfurthii?

Jatropha schweinfurthii is native to Mexico.

What type of soil does Jatropha schweinfurthii prefer?

Jatropha schweinfurthii prefers well-drained, sandy soils.

What is the average height of Jatropha schweinfurthii?

Jatropha schweinfurthii 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