Jatropha
Jatropha is a genus of flowering plants in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae. The name is derived from the Greek words "ιατρός" (iatros), meaning "physician", and "τροφή" (trophe), meaning "nutrition", hence the common name physic nut.
Description
Jatropha is a genus of approximately 170 species of succulent plants, shrubs and trees (some are deciduous, like Jatropha curcas). Most of these species are native to the Americas, with 66 species found in the Old World. Plants produce separate male and female flowers. As with many members of the family Euphorbiaceae, Jatropha contains compounds that are highly toxic.
Uses
Jatropha species have traditionally been used in basketmaking, tanning and dye production. Certain Jatropha species have medicinal uses, some are used as ornamental plants and some have the potential for biofuel production.
Species
Notable species include Jatropha curcas, a tropical bush that produces seeds containing 27-40% oil (average: 34.4%), and Jatropha gossypiifolia, also known as bellyache bush, black physicnut or cotton-leaf physicnut.
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