Jatropha spinosa
Jatropha spinosa · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Jatrophas pinosa, is a versatile medicinal shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its potent therapeutic properties, it is widely used in traditional medicine to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and gastrointestinal issues. This resilient plant offers significant pharmacological potential for modern drug development and healing.
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native range
- Africa
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Adenoropium Spinosum · Jatropha Aculeata · 2 more
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Jatropha spinosaSynonyms
- Adenoropium spinosum
- Jatropha aculeata
- Jatropha spinosa var. crenulata
- Jatropha spinosa var. somalensis
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls under the order Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by 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 exhibits a specific distribution across several key regions in Northeast Tropical Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Within Northeast Tropical Africa, its presence is documented in the countries of Djibouti and Somalia. Moving toward the Arabian Peninsula, the species can also be found growing in Saudi Arabia. Furthermore, its range extends into the territory of Yemen. Collectively, these locations define the primary geographical footprint of Jatrophia spinosa.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Djibouti | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Somalia | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Saudi Arabia | WCVP |
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
Chemicals
Jatropha spinosa has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Coumarins, Flavonoids, Sesquiterpenes.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sesquiterpenes | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Coumarins
- Scientific reports
Flavonoids
- Scientific reports
Sesquiterpenes
- Scientific reports
Medicinal Uses
Jatropha spinosa has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include respiratory tract infection, wound healing.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| respiratory tract infection | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |