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Barbados Nut

Jatropha curcas

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Malpighiales ›Family: Euphorbiaceae ›Genus: Jatropha

About

Jatropha curcas is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, that is native to the American tropics, most likely Mexico and Central America. It is cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions around the world, becoming naturalized in some areas. The specific epithet, "curcas", was first used by Portuguese doctor Garcia de Orta more than 400 years ago and is of uncertain origin. Common names include physic nut, Barbados nut, purging nut, or JCL...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Barbados Nut?
The scientific name of Barbados Nut is Jatropha curcas.
What is the conservation status of Barbados Nut?
The Barbados Nut has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Barbados Nut belong to?
Barbados Nut belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does Barbados Nut belong to?
Barbados Nut belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does Barbados Nut belong to?
Barbados Nut belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does Barbados Nut belong to?
Barbados Nut belongs to the order Malpighiales.
What family does Barbados Nut belong to?
Barbados Nut belongs to the family Euphorbiaceae.
What genus does Barbados Nut belong to?
Barbados Nut belongs to the genus Jatropha.