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Jatropha Integerrima
SKU 4646
During summer, Water daily or when the soil starts to become slightly dry at the top. During Winter season water once in 2 days or when the soil starts to become slightly dry at the top. Keep the soil lightly moist at all times, but do not overwater as this will cause brown spots and leaf drop. Curly or dry leaves suggest, the plant is dry and needs watering. Water in the early morning or late evening when temperatures are cooler. Always check your soil before watering.
During summer season keep the plants in shaded area and during winter season plants can withstand direct/indirect light.
During summer season or when the temperature is above 45°C place the plant in shaded area. During winter season or the when the temperature is below 45°C the plants can be directly placed in direct/indirect sunlight.
Apply liquid fertilizer or slow release fertilizer once in 15 days. Always fertilizer the plants during the morning hours when the temperature is low. For best results use Folikraft ready to use Outdoor Plant Food / Flower Booster.
Plant Bio
Also known As: Peregrine or Spicy Jatropha
Native To: Cuba, West Indies, Florida
Blooms: Late spring to autumn
Habitat: Semi moist, tropical rainforests
Where Found At BBG: Tropical House
Jatropha integerrima is an evergreen shrub that grows to 4.5m tall. It has glossy leaves that are variable in shape, with bright rose-red flowers that resemble clusters of stars. Peregrina is not at all hardy and must have a minimum temperature of 10 degrees in winter, as well as plenty of sun and well-drained soil. It is therefore only suitable for a warm conservatory or warm outdoor climate.
Peregrine responds well to pruning in late winter, before the flowering season begins. To propagate the seeds, you need to sow them during the spring or summer, in a heated propagator at a minimum of 24 degrees. Cuttings can also be taken in spring, but must be left in a shady place for a few days to allow the cut to be callous over. Once this has been done, insert them into sandy compost, before propagating them with bottom heat to encourage root formation.
Jatropha is a member of the Euphorbia or spurge family (Euphorbiaceae) and contains a milky sap that can irritate sensitive skin. All parts of the plant are reported to be poisonous if ingested.
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