Jatropha glandulifera
Jatropha glandulifera · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (13 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Jatropha glandulifera, is a distinctive medicinal plant valued in traditional healing practices. Known for its unique physiological properties, this species is frequently studied for its potential therapeutic applications. Understanding its botanical characteristics and bioactive compounds is essential for exploring its role in natural medicine and pharmacology.
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Seed · Flower
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Jatropha glanduliferaTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, situated within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is classified under the order Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus, Jatropha.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Euphorbiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Jatropha | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range concentrated within the tropical regions of South and Southeast Asia. Within the Indian Subcontinent, its presence is well-documented across India and Sri Lanka. It is also found inhabiting the landscapes of Bangladesh. Moving further east into the Indo-China region, the species extends its reach into Myanmar. Consequently, its distribution follows a pattern typical of many medicinal flora found in these warm, humid climates.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Jatropha glandulifera, possesses several distinct anatomical features that contribute to its biological structure. The stem serves as a sturdy central support, transporting nutrients and water throughout the organism. From the ground, the root system anchors the plant and absorbs essential minerals from the soil. The vibrant greenery is provided by the leaf, which is crucial for photosynthesis. For reproduction, the plant produces specialized seeds, and each individual seed contains the genetic material necessary to sprout a new generation.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| seed | Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flower | Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Jatropha glandulifera has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, Glycosides, Phenols, Saponins, Tannins.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Glycosides | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phenols | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Saponins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Glycosides
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Phenols
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Saponins
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Tannins
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
triterpenoids
- Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine
Medicinal Uses
Jatropha glandulifera has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Plasmodium falciparum.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Plasmodium falciparum | Asian Pacific journal of tropical biomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |