Jatropha Urens (Noun)
Meaning
A stinging herb of tropical America.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- Jatropha urens is a stinging herb found throughout tropical America, known for its painful sap and ability to deter predators.
- People in tropical regions often avoid Jatropha urens due to its extremely irritating sap, which causes painful blisters on skin contact.
- Jatropha urens has a history of medicinal use in tropical America, despite being well-known for its toxic properties.
- A scratch from Jatropha urens can last for several days, with victims experiencing intense itching and numerous skin blisters.
- Botanists have studied Jatropha urens in order to better understand the properties of this stinging herb and potential medical applications.