Jatropha Podagrica

This distinctive plant forms a swollen, fleshy stem, which is topped during the warmer months with a crown of gently ruffled deep green leaves. In good conditions, the plant may also produce an upright stalk, topped with a cluster of small orange flowers - followed by near-black berries.

Light & Temperature: Prefers bright indirect light.

Watering: Allow the top third of the soil to dry out in between waterings.

Humidity: Thrives in ambient humidity.

Native: Costa Rica.

Height: 25cm

Pot: 13cm

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