Jatropha officinalis

Jatropha officinalis is a plant species in the family Euphorbiaceae, commonly known as the Barbados nut or Physic nut.

It has been used in traditional medicine for its medicinal properties, including its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties, which are attributed to the presence of compounds such as jatrophin and jatropholone.

The health benefits of Jatropha officinalis include its ability to treat fever, rheumatism, and skin conditions, as well as its use as a purgative to stimulate bowel movements.

Jatropha officinalis is prepared as an herbal remedy in various forms, including a latex, which is used to treat skin conditions, and a powdered root, which is used to treat fever and rheumatism.