This plant will be in hibernation mode during summer. During summer (May to October), you will be receiving a caudex with no leave and you need to wait till winter for new growth of leaves.
- Jatropha podagrica is a succulent plant in the family Euphorbiaceaee which native to the tropical Americas
- The grey-green, knobby, swollen caudex of Jatropha podagrica has a bottle-like appearance
- Dense clusters of small, orange-red, flowers are held above the leaves
- Don't water your plant frequently in hibernation mode to prevent root rot
- Don't put your plant under direct sunlight
Daily care ofJatropha podagrica
Light condition:
Full sun to partial shade
How to water:
Allow getting dry between watering
Size:
Diameter approximately 1.2-2'' (3-5 cm)
Please click this link for information on how to acclimate the plant upon receipt.
