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Description

Jatropha is a genus of flowering plants in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae.

Maheshwari s Jatropha is an undershrub 1.5-2 m tall. It is named for Prof. Panchanan Maheshwari (1904-1966), Indian botanist. It is found in the costal areas of Tamilnadu and Kerala in India. It grows in porous, redsoil in summer. The caudex can grow to 30 cm.

Plant Specifications

Plant Height 24 inch (61 cm)
Plant Spread 5 inch (13 cm)
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name coral plant
Maximum Reachable Height 6.00 to 10.00 feet
Flower Colour Red
Bloom Time Seasonal bloomer
Difficulty Level easy to grow

Planting and care

After planting the plant you should water it daily for the first week. Then you can decrease the watering time to the alternative days. After two weeks you can water the plant when you see the soil surface is dry. This is possible since jatropha is a drought tolerant plant.
Jatropha can be pruned at any time. They can be pruned as a single trunk for tree growth, or tip pruned for internal branching. Tip pruning will give the appearance of a shrub giving the plant a round shape.

Jatropha Red care

In areas warm enough to support its growth, wait until mid-May or later to set it out. Plant in full sun to partial shade. Those growing in full sun flower best, though. Spicy jatropha is not particular about soil pH, as long as the soil is well-draining.
Once established, it grows rapidly. A regular watering schedule is necessary for the first growing season, so that it builds a deep and extensive root system. The jatropha tolerates drought and saline conditions to a moderate degree.

Sunlight Full Sun to Partial Shade
Watering Medium
Soil well-drained soil
Temperature 20-28 degrees
Fertilizer Apply any organic fertilizer

Jatropha Red special feature

Where winter hardy this evergreen flowering shrub is an ornamental for borders, landscape accent/specimen, foundations or patio containe In cooler climates, container plants may be brought indoors for winter or plants may be grown as houseplants.

Jatropha Red uses

Ornamental Use:

  • The plant is used for ornamental purpose

Medicinal Use:

  • Unverified information Roots, seeds, leaves and seed oil are used to treat jaundice, constipation, piles, anemia, conjuctivitis
  • The roots are purgative, anthelmintic, carminative, rubefacient and anodyne
  • Used in abdominal pain, constipation, calculus, general anasarca, piles, helminthic infestation, scabies and skin disorders
  • Root paste is applied to painful swellings and piles
  • The leaves relieve asthma and seeds are used to cure snakebites

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does Jatropha take to grow?

Jatropha take 3-5 years to grow and to start fruiting.

Where can Jatropha grow?

You can plant a Jatropha plant preferably outdoors, at a spot receiving below growing conditions for the plant -
1. Direct bright sunlight for more than 6 hours a day preferably in morning.
2. Soil should be nutrient rich and well drained.
3. Apply Water when soil (1-2 inch) feels dry to touch.

Note - For further details check the product description on nurserylive.com

What does Jatropha look like?

It is a succulent shrub with slender stem and multi trunked. Long leaves varying in shape from oblong, fiddle-shaped or even-lobed.

How to prune Jatropha?

You can prune jatropha at any time. Simply cut old, diseased and dried or dead branches using pruning shears.Cut lateral branches by keeping six to eight buds on the branches to maintain a specific height or shape.

How fast do Jatropha trees grow?

Jatropha is moderately fast growing tree it can reach 10-15 feet or more in 5 years with proper care and management.

Does Jatropha attract butterflies?

Yes,Red or pink colored flower attract butterflies.

What is Jatropha plant?

Jatropha belongs to Euphorbiaceae family and traditionally used in basket making, tanning and dye production.

What is Jatropha called in hindi?

Ratanjyot is hindi name of Jatropha.

Where is Jatropha grown in india?

Jatropha growning states in India are Andhra Pradesh,Chhattisgarh, Karnataka, Tamil Nadu and Maharashtra.

How to grow Jatropha from seed?

To grow Jatropha from seed consider the following points.
1. Use a pot having 7-10 inch upper diameter and drainage holes.
2. Fill the pot with well drained soil. To sow seeds make a hole about 1/2 inch in soil, place seeds in it, cover with soil and apply water.
3. Maintain the moisture in soil by applying water if soil in pot (1-2 inch) feels dry to touch.
4. Keep the pot at a location receiving indirect bright light. Seeds will germinate within a 3-4 week.

Note - For further details check the product description on nurserylive.com

When to fertilize Jatropha?

June-July month is best to feed the plant with organic Manure.

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