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Jatropha podagrica


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Jatropha podagrica is an erect stem succulent with large leaves and clusters of bright reddish orange flowers.


Description:
Jatropha podagrica is an erect succulent with swollen stems at their bases and large leaves arranged at the end of the branches. It produces clusters of bright reddish orange flowers on reddish orange stems following by rounded green fruit. An interesting, rare, and unique houseplant.


Common Name: Buddha Belly Plant

Family: Euphorbiaceae (The Spurge Family)

Zone Hardiness: 9-11

Light: Full Sun

Height: 12-24"

Width: 8-12"

Primary Bloom Colour: Orange

Secondary Bloom Colour: Red

Class: Deciduous

Type: Perennial

Bloom Time: Spring

Soil Moisture: Dry

Stem Colour:

Fragrance: No

Berries:

Benefits: Bees

Deer Resistant: Unknown

BC Native: No

Native Habitat:

Award: AGM

Geogrpahical Origin: Americas - Central and South America

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