Global Invasive Species Database

You searched for invasive species named jatropha:

1. Aleurites moluccana (tree)
         Interim profile, incomplete information
Aleurites moluccana can grow up to 15 or 25m in height in adulthood. This tree is originally from south-east Asia and it has been introduced to many tropical regions. It is grown for its nuts, which are either grilled and eaten or oil is extracted for different uses (lighting, medicine, etc.). It is invasive in several Pacific islands.
Common Names: bancoulier, candlenut, Indian walnut, noyer de bancoul, noyer des Moluques
Synonyms: Aleurites javanica Gand., Aleurites triloba Forster & Forster f., Jatropha moluccana C. Linnaeus
2. Jatropha gossypiifolia
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Jatropha gossypiifolia is a shrub approximately 1.5m in height. A native of Brazil, it now has a pantropical distribution. Often planted and cultivated as an ornamental, Jatropha gossypiifolia adapts to different types of habitats but prefers disturbed drylands, savannah or pasture. It can form dense stands which limit the regeneration of native plants. Jatropha gossypiifolia is often regarded as a pasture weed. Its seeds are toxic to humans.
Common Names: bellyache bush, black physicnut, faux manioc, médicinier à feuilles de cotonnier, otton-leaved physic nut
Synonyms: Adenoropium gossypiifolium (L.) Pohl.

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