Definitions

1. noun

A plant genus of the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae, native to tropical regions, often used for biodiesel, and as a medicinal plant.

“The company invested in jatropha plantations to produce sustainable biofuels.”

2. proper noun

Jatropha, a genus of plants in the family Euphorbiaceae.

“Jatropha curcas is a popular species in the jatropha genus.”