Jatropha variegata
Jatropha variegata · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (8 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Scientifically known as Jatrophia variegata, is a versatile medicinal shrub prized in traditional healing. Renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties, this plant is frequently utilized to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. Its bioactive compounds offer significant potential in modern pharmacology for managing various systemic health conditions.
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Leaf · Root
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Adenoropium Variegatum
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Jatropha variegataSynonyms
- Adenoropium variegatum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales, falling into the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within 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 has a very limited and specific geographical distribution within the wild. It is primarily documented as being native to the Arabian Peninsula. Specifically, its presence is noted within the borders of Yemen. Beyond this particular region, it does not occur naturally in other parts of the world. Therefore, its natural habitat is highly localized to this specific Middle Eastern territory.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Arabian Peninsula | Yemen | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Jatropha variegata, possesses various parts that contribute to its medicinal profile. The stems are typically woody and upright, providing the structural support necessary for its growth. Below the surface, the roots serve as the foundational anchor, absorbing essential nutrients and water from the soil. Most notably, the leaves are highly significant in traditional medicine, often used in decoctions or topical applications due to their specific bioactive properties.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| leaf | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| root | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stem | Scientific reports (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Jatropha variegata has 3 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 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 variegata has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 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) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| methanolic extracts | Evidence-based complementary and alternative medicine : eCAM (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |