Jatropha multifida

Also Known As

Coral Plant

Plant type

shrub, cactus / succulent

size

H: 6'-10'
W: 4'-6'

planting zones

10a-12

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Jatropha multifida plant details

Jatropha multifida is an evergreen cactus / succulent or shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter coral flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Jatropha multifida

Plant type: cactus / succulent or shrub
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 6 FT - 10 FT - tall
Flowers: coral blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: container plant, long-blooming, self-sowing, tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Jatropha multifida

USDA Zones: 10a - 12
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clusters of bright coral red, yellow centered 1/2" wide 5-petaled flowers are held on deep coral red flower stalks or peduncles and are held well above the large deeply cut tropical foliage. The Coral Bush is an excellent tree-like heat and sun loving tropical specimen for large containers or in the garden. Flowers are born on and off throughout the year with heaviest flowering in the warmer months. A beautiful addition to cactus gardens. Jatropha multifida is a fast growing, typically single trunked, large tropical shrub and seems to tolerate most well-drained soils. Moderately drought tolerant once well-established although average moisture will produce the best looking plant. May reseed under good conditions, remove the large green or yellow fruits to prevent this if desired.