Jatropha
Jatrophacapensis

Family: Euphorbiaceae (yoo-for-bee-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Jatropha (JAT-roh-fuh)
Species: capensis (ka-PEN-sis)

Category
Shrubs
Cactus and Succulents

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade

Foliage
Deciduous

Foliage Color

Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

Hardiness

Where to Grow

Danger
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction

Bloom Color

Bloom Characteristics

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From semi-hardwood cuttings
Allow cut surface to callous over before planting
From seed; direct sow after last frost
From seed; germinate in a damp paper towel

Seed Collecting
Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed