Jatropha neopauciflora

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Mozinna pauciflora
• Jatropha harmsiana

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malpighiales, it is classified under the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Jatropha.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution within the country of Mexico. It can be found growing throughout the region known as Mexico Central. Additionally, its presence extends into the area of Mexico Southwest. These two regions represent the primary locations where the species is naturally occurring. Consequently, its habitat is concentrated within these specific Mexican territories.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Jatropha neoauciflora is characterized by its distinct growth strategies and structural adaptations, primarily functioning as a phanerophyte, where its perennating buds are located well above the ground on aerial shoots. While its primary structural classification falls under the phanerophyte life form, the species also exhibits characteristics consistent with the nanophanerophyte category, indicating a growth habit of relatively small shrubs or woody plants that maintain their reproductive and vegetative buds on branches above the soil surface. This life history allows the plant to navigate its specific ecological niche by maintaining a perennial presence through woody architecture, ensuring survival through seasonal changes by protecting its vital buds high above the immediate ground level.

Life form :

nanophanerophyte

Life form :

phanerophyte

Morphology

The morphology of Jatropha neoauciflora is characterized by its distinct growth habit and structural composition. The plant functions as a self-supporting climber, utilizing its physical structure to ascend without the need for external hosts. It maintains an independent lifestyle, existing as a non-parasitic organism that does not rely on other plants for nutrients. Rather than adopting an epiphytic existence, the species is strictly terrestrial, rooting and growing directly within the soil substrate. Furthermore, the plant exhibits a woody constitution, possessing a firm, lignified structure that provides the necessary stability for its climbing nature.

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Jatropha neopauciflora has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 1,3,8-p-Menthatriene, 3-Carene, CATECHIN, CONIFERYL ALCOHOL, Calenduladiol.

1,3,8-p-Menthatriene

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3-Carene

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CATECHIN

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CONIFERYL ALCOHOL

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Calenduladiol

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LINALYL ACETATE

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Ledene

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Lupeol

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STIGMASTEROL

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Spathulenol

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Activities

Jatropha neopauciflora has 5 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant, Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial, Cytotoxic.

Antioxidant

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Antibacterial

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Antifungal

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Antimicrobial

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Cytotoxic

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Medicinal Uses

Jatropha neopauciflora has 6 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include wounds, Staphylococcus aureus, Vibrio cholerae, diabetes mellitus, inflammation.

Most Reported Uses

Preparations