Cnidoscolus maculatus
Also known as: Jatropha maculata Brandegee
- Jatropha maculata Brandegee
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Euphorbiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial or tuberous geophyte.
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Cnidoscolus maculatus is a tuberous plant within the Euphorbiaceae family. It is found natively in North America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with desert or dry shrubland conditions.
Macro Climate
Arid
Plant Type
Bulb
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
NORTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Mexico
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southwest