The non-edible vegetable oil of Jatropha curcas has the requisite potential of providing a promising and commercially viable market since it has desirable physicochemical and strong performance characteristics.

Jatropha oil has very high saponification value which makes it appropriate for the manufacturing of soap.

Jatropha curcas oil cake is rich in nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium and can be used as high quality Bio fertilizers.

 

The latex of Jatropha curcas contains an alkaloid known as jatrophine, which is believed to have anti-cancerous properties. The oil is a strong purgative, used as an antiseptic for cough, skin diseases and as a pain reliever from rheumatism. In addition, the tender twigs of the plant are used for cleaning teeth, while the juice of the leaf is used as an external application for piles. Finally, the roots are reported to be used as an antidote for snake-bites.