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Gout stalk

Jatropha podagrica

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (India, Philippines, Taiwan), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Names in Other Languages

German Guatemalarhabarber
Portuguese perna-de-moça

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gout stalk?
The scientific name of Gout stalk is Jatropha podagrica. It belongs to the genus Jatropha.
Where does Gout stalk live?
Gout stalk is found in Widely distributed across Africa (5 countries), Asia (India, Philippines, Taiwan), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Brazil, Burundi, Chad, Colombia, Congo (DRC), India, Philippines, Seychelles, South Africa.
What family does Gout stalk belong to?
Gout stalk (Jatropha podagrica) belongs to the genus Jatropha, which is part of the taxonomic family Euphorbiaceae.
What kingdom does Gout stalk belong to?
Gout stalk (Jatropha podagrica) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (植物).
What are the closest relatives of Gout stalk?
The closest relatives of Gout stalk in the genus Jatropha include Barbados nut, Bellyache bush, Costa Rican Jatropha, Peregrina, ragged nettlespurge.

Native Range — 12 Countries

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