An unusual flowering houseplant with heads of coral red long lasting blooms. Max Height 50cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers June to August. Bright room away from direct sunlight. Min temp 50°F / 10°C.
Jatropha podagrica
An unusual flowering houseplant with heads of coral red long lasting blooms
Category: Houseplants
Additional information
Generic | Jatropha |
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Species | podagrica |
Varietry | |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | |
Aspect | Bright room away from direct sunlight |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 50cm |
Family | Euphorbiaceae |
Spread | 25cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Bushy |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green, white |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Min temp 50°F / 10°C |
Planting | |
Care | Water sparingly in winter |
Border | Houseplant, Conservatory plant |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | Mealy bugs |
Maintenance | Re-pot if necessary in spring using a suitable potting compost |
Propagation | Seed |
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