Jatropha Gossypiifolia Ellyache Bush Shrub Image Stock Photo

The scientific name of bellyache bush is Jatropha gossypiifolia. It is a species of flowering plant in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae. The species is native to Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean islands, but is currently spread throughout the tropics. Bellyache bush is a tall, shrubby plant that can grow up to 4 meters tall. It has trifoliate leaves that are purple when young and turn green with age. The flowers are small and red with yellow centers. The plant produces small, cherry-sized seed pods that are poisonous.