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Jatropha vernicosa

Jatropha vernicosa · Accepted scientific name

Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆

scientifically known as Jatrophas vernicosa, is a versatile medicinal shrub renowned for its diverse therapeutic properties. Often found in tropical regions, this plant is traditionally utilized in various cultures to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues. Its bioactive compounds offer significant potential for modern pharmacological research and development.

Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native range
Northern America
Parts used
Stem
Common names
Not available
Scientific synonyms
Not available

Names

Regional and Traditional Names

Spanish:

  • Lomboi Colorado
  • Lombol
  • Sangre de Agudo
  • Sangregrado
  • limboy colorado

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Jatropha vernicosa

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is organized under the order Malpighiales and the family Euphorbiaceae. Finally, it is identified by its specific 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 found within the specific geographical regions of Mexico. Its documented distribution is concentrated in the northwestern part of the country. Within this area, it thrives in the unique environmental conditions offered by the Mexican landscape. Researchers and botanists focus their studies on these particular northwestern territories to locate the species. Consequently, the Northwest Mexican region serves as a key habitat for this medicinal plant.

Region Area Source
Mexico Mexico Northwest WCVP

Plant Parts

This plant, commonly known as Jatropha vernicosa, possesses various components that are utilized in traditional medicine, most notably the stem bark. The stem bark is highly valued for its bioactive properties and is often prepared in different forms to treat various ailments. In many ethnobotanical practices, extracts or decoctions derived specifically from the stem bark are applied to address inflammatory conditions or skin issues, reflecting the significant therapeutic potential held within this particular part of the plant.
Plant Part Sources Consensus
stem Fish & shellfish immunology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆

Chemicals

Jatropha vernicosa has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoid, SAPONIN, coumarin, phenol.

Chemicals reported in Jatropha vernicosa
Chemical Supporting sources Consensus
Flavonoid 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
SAPONIN 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
coumarin 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆
phenol 1 supporting sources ★☆☆☆☆

Flavonoid

  1. Fish & shellfish immunology

SAPONIN

  1. Fish & shellfish immunology

coumarin

  1. Fish & shellfish immunology

phenol

  1. Fish & shellfish immunology

Medicinal Uses

Jatropha vernicosa has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Vibrio parahaemolyticus, vibriosis.

Most Reported Uses

Use Sources Consensus
Vibrio parahaemolyticus Fish & shellfish immunology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆
vibriosis Fish & shellfish immunology (and other 1 sources) ★☆☆☆☆