Jade Rose

Plant Details

• Botanical Name: Jatropha integerrima

• Common Names: Jade Rose, Peregrina, Spicy Jatropha, Firecracker Plant, Peregrina Jatropha

• Family: Euphorbiaceae

• Origin: Native to Cuba and Hispaniola (Caribbean); widely grown in tropical and subtropical regions.

• Type: Evergreen flowering shrub or small tree.

•  Appearance

• Height: 2–4 m tall, but can be pruned smaller.

• Leaves: Glossy, dark green, oval to oblong; some are lobed.

• Flowers:

  • Bright red to deep pink star-shaped flowers.

  • Small (about 2 cm across) but borne in clusters.

  • Flowering is year-round in warm climates.

• Fruit: Small capsules with seeds, but not typically grown for fruit.

 Care Guide

• Sun Light: Prefers full sun, tolerates partial shade but flowers less.

• Soil: Well-draining sandy or loamy soil; tolerates poor soils once established.

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant after establishment but flowers best with regular watering. Avoid overwatering.

• Fertilizer: Balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during growing season encourages abundant blooms.

• Pruning: Regular pruning helps maintain compact shape and encourages branching + more flowers.

 Uses & Benefits

1. Ornamental Value:

   • Popular as a hedge, border, or specimen plant in tropical landscapes.

   • Grown in containers or gardens for continuous bright red blooms.

2. Pollinator-Friendly:

   • Attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds year-round.

3. Low-Maintenance Landscaping Plant:

   • Drought-tolerant, fast-growing, and withstands heat well.

4. Medicinal / Traditional Uses:

   • Some Jatropha species are used in folk medicine, but sap is toxic if ingested. Handle with care.