jatropha curcas integerrima is a
seasonal evergreen shrub from the genus
jatropha curcas and is typically trained to grow as a little tree.
J. integerrima is native to the West Indies, Cuba, and Hispaniola and is a
jatropha curcas species of flowering plants in the spurge household, Euphorbiaceae.
Other than its
botanical name, you may hear this evergreen shrub called by its common names, consisting of:
- Spicy
jatropha curcas- Firecracker tree
- Peregrina
- Chaya
jatropha curcas Integerrima Quick Care Tips
Botanical Name: Jatropha integerrima
Common Name( s): Peregrina, Spicy
Jatropha, Firecracker tree, Chaya
Synonyms:
jatropha curcas pandurifolia,
jatropha curcas hastata
Pronunciation: Jat-ROE-fuh in-teh-GAIR-rih-muh
Family & Origin: Euphorbiaceae household, belonging to the West Indies, Cuba, and Hispaniola
Growability: Easy to grow
Grow Zone: USDA zones 10 and 11
Size: Can grow up to 15 ′ feet high and wide
Flowering: Blooms red, pink, or white flowers from late summer season until early spring
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Humidity: High level of
humidity of 70% to 90% percent
Temperature: Between 75 ° to 90 ° degrees Fahrenheit Soil: Well-draining soil Water: Water routinely, however permit the soil to dry out between waterings Fertilizer: Feed with a weak dilution of general-purpose houseplant fertilizer during the growing season Pests & Diseases: Can be prone to leaf miners, plant scale, and termites; may establish root rot if overwatered Propagation:
Propagate through stem cuttings or seeds Plant Uses: Can be utilized as a hedge, accent plant, or yearly container plant. The seeds can likewise be used to produce
biodiesel.
Jatropha Integerrima Quick Care TipsJatropha Integerrima CareSize and GrowthFlowering and FragranceLight and TemperatureWatering and FeedingSoil and TransplantingGrooming and Maintenance How To Propagate
Spicy
jatropha curcas?Peregrina Pest or Disease ProblemsIs Integerrima Peregrina Toxic or Poisonous?Is Peregrina Spicy Invasive? Suggested Uses for Firecracker Tree Jatropha Integerrima
Care Size and Growth This tropical evergreen has a moderate development rate and reaches up to 15 ′ feet high and
broad. If you don't prune it, it produces numerous trunks with slim stems. The simple green leaves grow in an
alternating arrangement along the stems. Leaves are elongate and grow to a length
of 4 ″- 8 ″ inches. Flowering and Fragrance Year-round, the Firecracker
tree blooms quite red, pink, or white flowers from late summer till early spring that draw in hummingbirds
. They are likewise really appealing to a wide range of butterflies, consisting of:- Zebra Long Wings -Swallowtails -Monarchs The star-shaped 1 ″ inch broad deep red
flowers with yellow endurances are held in branched clusters on 4 ″ inch-long stalks around shiny green foliage.
Light and Temperature Like its cousin
Jatropha podagrica( buddha stubborn belly plant) Integerrima grows finest in USDA strength zones 10 and 11. Full sun to partial shade setting will produce the most flowers.
The ideal temperatures for this plant range in between 75 ° to 90 ° degrees
Fahrenheit. It's a good idea to cover the plant if cold temperatures are anticipated.
Integerrima performs best completely sun frost-free places but will grow in partial shade. Watering and Feeding This plant's both maintenance and drought-tolerant
. Water regularly throughout the growing season and less throughout the dormant season
. Provide a weak dilution of general-purpose houseplant fertilizer throughout the
growing season.
Soil and Transplanting Firecracker Jatropha is simple to take care of once it's
established. It
's extremely tolerant of a wide range of soil pH levels so long as the soil is well-drained.
Plant young plants in well-draining soil; this plant is not
tolerant of salt. It's not a good
choice for the beachfront or beach
setting. Grooming and Maintenance Prune Spicy Jatropha to manage its development
and guide the type it takes. If you permit it to grow free-form, it will end up being an interesting, large bush or multi-trunk tree. How To Propagate Spicy Jatropha? Spicy
Jatropha propagates from seed or cuttings
. To grow from seed:- Prepare the seeds by soaking them in warm water for eight hours before planting.
- Plant straight into the soil outdoors in a bright place.
- The soil ought to consist of equal parts of sand, garden soil, and aged manure.- Don't bury the seed deeply. Instead press it into the surface of the changed soil.- Water regularly( 2 times everyday) for the
first week.- Shoots should
appear within 6 days.- Reduce watering to when daily up until the seedlings are ready to be transplanted. This ought to take a number of months. To plant from cuttings:- You'll need
mature tree-producing shoots. -Cutting should be drawn from the base of the tree, be at least 18 ″ inches long and have a minimum of four nodes.- Put the cutting into a container of moist sawdust, coco core, or peat moss in a sheltered setting such as a planting tunnel or greenhouse. -You need to keep the cutting warm in between 77 ° -86 ° degrees Fahrenheit (25 ° C- 30 ° Celsius) with a high level of humidity of 70
% to 90% percent.- Keep the
planting substrate damp but not filled.
The cutting should start developing roots within 7- 10 days. Peregrina Pest or Disease Problems For the a lot of part, Jatropha is hassle-free. Compromised plants may be subject to predation by leaf miners, plant scale, and mites. Is Integerrima Peregrina Toxic or Poisonous? Every part of the Spicy Jatropha is poisonous if eaten. Don't add this plant to your landscape if you have animals or children. Avoid Firecracker's white, milky sap.
It's very annoying to the skin and is harmful if it makes contact with your eyes.
