Jatropha gossypifolia
Family Euphorbiaceae
Species Profile
Species classification | Invasive [Weeds of National Significance] |
Common names | Bellyache Bush, Black Physic Nut, Cotton-leaf Jatropha, Cotton-leaf Physic Nut, Cotton-leaved Physic-Nut |
Synonyms | Jatropha gossypiifolia orth. var. Mull.Arg.; Manihot gossypifolia (L.) Crantz |
Longevity | Perennial |
Growth form | Shrub |
Seed dispersal morphology | Elaiosome, Hydrochorous (buoyant seed) |
Maximum height (m) | 4 |
Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
Native range | Central America, North America, South America, West Indes |
Exotic range (Australia) | NT, QLD, WA |
Exotic range (other) | Southern Africa, Asia, Indian Ocean Islands, Pacific Ocean Islands |
Habitat types (exotic) | Coastal vegetation/sand dunes, Disturbed areas (including trails), Forest, Grasslands, Pastures, Riparian systems, Roadsides, Thickets, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Wastelands, Woodlands |
Soil type (exotic) | Clay, Gravel/stony, Loamy, Sandy, Well drained |
Decade of introduction | 1910 |
National Climate Change Impact
Invasive Class 3
The area of suitable habitat and the habitat suitability of observations, for this species, are projected to decrease or remain the same under RCP 8.5 2065 compared to current climate suitability.
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