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    Jatropha integerrima

    Also Known As

    • Jatropha hastata
    • Jatropha pandurifolia
    • Peregrina
    • Spicy Jatropha

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 10'
    • W: 8'

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

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    Jatropha integerrima plant details

    Jatropha integerrima is an evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Jatropha integerrima

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: euphorbiaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 0 - 8 FT - wide, 0 - 10 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer
    Uses: container plant, houseplant, showy, toxic

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Jatropha integerrima

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An everblooming tropical plant, shrub, or small tree with glossy leaves bearing clusters of star shaped bright scarlet flowers that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Prefers Lt. shade, hardy zone 10. Berries and sap are poisonous. A real eyecatcher.

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    A large shrub or small tree bearing clusters of 1" red blooms spring to fall. Excellent for containers.

    By: Almost Eden

    Gardening facts about Jatropha integerrima plant

    How to Grow Jatropha integerrima

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer
      • fall

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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