Jatropha (Red) - Jatropha integerrima

• Botanical name: Jatropha integerrima
• Placement: Outdoor - full sun
• Care level: Easy
• Light: Full sun to bright light
• Temperature: Warm climates; tolerant of typical Indian outdoor conditions
• Pet safety: Toxic if ingested - seeds and sap contain compounds that can cause severe stomach upset; a well-documented hazard in this genus. Keep away from pets and children.

An evergreen shrub in the spurge family with small, cherry-blossom-like flowers surrounded by bright red bracts and a milky sap. Known for an unusually long flowering period lasting almost all year - but every part is toxic if ingested (see caution).

• Watering: Regular watering; reasonably drought-tolerant once established
• Light: Full sun to bright light
• Soil: Well-drained soil
• Humidity: Tolerant of a wide humidity range
• Fertilizer: Occasional organic feeding supports healthy growth and flowering
• Repotting: Move to a larger pot or the ground as the shrub grows
• Pruning: Prune to shape and control size; wear gloves, as the milky sap can be irritating

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