Thus, it remedies soil degradation, desertification, and deforestation. Jatropha is native of tropical America, but now flourish in many parts of the tropics and sub-tropics in Africa/Asia. Various parts of the plant are of medicinal(both human and veterinary purposes) value for instance, and are under intensive scientific investigation. The oil is a strong purgative, widely employed as an antiseptic for cough, skin diseases, and a pain reliever from rheumatism. Jatropha latex can heal wounds and also has antimicrobial properties (Openshaw, 2000). Of particular scientific and/or technological interest is that, the fruit of jatropha contains viscous oil that can be used for soap making, in the cosmetic industry, and.
