Jatropha variifolia Pax

Jatropha variifolia (= Jatropha heterophylla Pax) with its variation in leaf shapes. Plants from Goba, Maputo province in Mozambique.

Seeds of Jatropha variifolia (Goba, Mozambique) are very small. Not used as a source of biodiesel.

Close-up of the tiny flower of Jatropha variifolia. Plants are from Goba, Mozambique.

Capsule of Jatropha variifolia, shortly before dehiscence. Cultivated plant.

Inflorescence of Jatropha variifolia in Goba, Maputo province of Mozambique.