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[jatropha curcas](https://www.google.com/search?kgmid=/m/0cqd_rb) is a genus of flowering plants in the spurge family. The seed is non-edible but has variety of other applications. It is mainly cultivated in the tropics and [sub-tropic regions](https://www.pinterest.com.au/missionnewenergy/) of the world. The seed contains 27-40% oil. The seeds are highly poisonous and thus they are not [consumed](https://stocktwits.com/symbol/MNEL). It contains several toxic compounds. In some regions, the seeds are eaten after roasting. Roasting reduces its toxicity. The sap of the plant is a [skin irritant](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1463471/000165495419013063/R31.htm). Despite so many negative points, [jatropha](https://pitchbook.com/profiles/company/51278-86) does have few positives.
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The stems of the plant are used to make baskets in Mexico. The stems are roasted, split and soaked through an elaborate process. The seeds also contain a fair amount of oil. The oil is mainly converted into bio-diesel for use in diesel engines. The cake can be used as fish or animal feed (if detoxified). It is also used as biomass feedstock to [power electricity](https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1463471/000165495419013063/R31.htm) plants or as biogas or as a high quality organic fertilizer.
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