Jatropha spinosissima - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spinosissima
ID:
220649
Status:
valid
Authors:
Thulin
Source:
wcs
Year:
1991
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 11: 532 (1991)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000219978
Common Names
- Jatropha spinosissima
- Spinosissima Physic Nut
- Spinosissima Barbados Nut
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Jatropha spinosissima (also called spiny-leaved jatropha, among many other common names) is a shrub native to tropical regions of South America. It has yellow flowers and small, spiny leaves. It grows in dry, tropical climates and is often found in open woodland areas.
Uses & Benefits
Jatropha spinosissima 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 spinosissima 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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Jatropha spinosissima is a shrub or small tree that can be grown from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, sunny location.
Where to Find Jatropha spinosissima
Jatropha spinosissima is native to Mexico. It is found in dry and semi-arid areas, often in disturbed habitats.
Jatropha spinosissima FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Jatropha spinosissima?
Jatropha spinosissima is native to Mexico.
What type of soil does Jatropha spinosissima prefer?
Jatropha spinosissima prefers well-drained, sandy soils.
What is the average height of Jatropha spinosissima?
Jatropha spinosissima 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-104929: Based on the initial data import
Mats Thulin (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thulin' in the authors string.