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Jatropha curcas

Skin and Topical

Jatropha curcas

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Last updated Mar 29, 2026

Description

Tropical biofuel crop with significant folk medicinal uses for skin, wounds, and dental conditions across Africa and Asia.

Active Compounds

curcin (toxin)diterpenesflavonoidstanninsjatrophol

Traditional Uses

wound healing
skin conditions
toothache
constipation
wound hemostasis

Modern Uses

topical wound healing
hemostatic
antimicrobial topical

Dosage Information

Recommended dosing guidelines

Forms: topical, other
Adult Dose: Topical latex for wounds (small amounts)
Child Dose: Topical only, with caution
Preparation Notes: Seeds highly toxic; latex topically hemostatic; internal use toxic.

Safety Information

Not recommended during pregnancy

Not recommended while nursing

Contraindications

internal use (toxic)
pregnancy
large amounts of latex

Possible Side Effects

GI toxicity if ingested
skin irritation

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Jatropha curcas

Description

Active Compounds

Traditional Uses

Modern Uses

Contraindications

Possible Side Effects