Genus Jatropha (Noun)
Meaning
A mainly tropical genus of American plant belonging to the family Euphorbiaceae.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Jatropha is commonly known for its highly toxic seeds that contain the painful toxin curcin.
- Several species within the genus Jatropha have been cultivated for their seeds, which yield a valuable source of oil.
- Jatropha curcas, a species within the genus Jatropha, is widely grown as a crop for its oil-rich seeds.
- The genus Jatropha is also known for its poisonous leaves and stems, which contain diterpene esters.
- Plants of the genus Jatropha often thrive in well-drained soil and dry environments found in many tropical regions.