Jatropha integerrima is an evergreen, broadleaf ornamental that is native to the Caribbean islands and grows well in warmer parts of Florida. It is related to jatropha curcas that is grown commercially to produce oil used in biodiesel fuel. Jatropha requires so little care and maintenance that is sometimes planted in highway mediums; in the West Indies it grows in wasteland.
This plant’s both maintenance and drought tolerant.Water regularly throughout the growing season and less during the dormant season.
A full sun setting will produce the most flowers.Integerrima performs best in full sun frost-free locations but will grow in partial shade.
It’s highly 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.
