Jatropha vernicosa
Jatrophas vernicosa, commonly known as the sea physic nut, is a resilient coastal shrub prized in traditional medicine. Found across tropical shorelines, it possesses significant bioactive properties. Its leaves and latex are frequently utilized to treat skin ailments, inflammation, and digestive issues, offering vast potential for modern pharmacological research.
- Scientific name: Jatropha vernicosa
- Family: Euphorbiaceae
- Native range: Northern America
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 |
Chemicals
Jatropha vernicosa has 4 reported phytochemicals identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coumarin, flavonoid, phenol, saponin.
- Total chemicals
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| coumarin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| saponin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Jatropha vernicosa has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include Vibrio parahaemolyticus, vibriosis.
- Total uses
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Vibrio parahaemolyticus | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vibriosis | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |