ragged nettlespurge

Jatropha macrorhiza · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

Ragged nettlespurge, scientifically known as Jatrophal macrorhiza, is a versatile medicinal plant native to tropical regions. Renowned for its bioactive compounds, it is traditionally utilized in various cultures to treat skin ailments, digestive issues, and inflammatory conditions. This study explores its phytochemical properties and significant therapeutic potential.

Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Not available
Common names
Ragged Nettlespurge
Scientific synonyms
Jatropha Arizonica · Jatropha Macrorhiza Var. Septemfida

Names

Common Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • bahada
  • jicamilla
  • jirawilla

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Jatropha macrorhiza

Synonyms

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. It is further classified within the order Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, it is identified under the 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 is primarily distributed across several regions in North America. In the Southwestern United States, it can be found growing in Arizona. Its range extends further into the South-Central United States, specifically within the states of New Mexico and Texas. Moving south into Mexico, the species is established in the Northeast region. Additionally, the plant is commonly located throughout the Northwest part of Mexico.

Region Area Source
Southwestern U.S.A. Arizona WCVP
South-Central U.S.A. New Mexico WCVP
South-Central U.S.A. Texas WCVP
Mexico Mexico Northeast WCVP
Mexico Mexico Northwest WCVP

Chemicals

Jatropha macrorhiza has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Acetylaleuritolic acid.

Chemicals reported in Jatropha macrorhiza
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Acetylaleuritolic acid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Acetylaleuritolic acid

  1. Journal of pharmaceutical sciences