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(Jatropha integerrima)
Peregrina (Jatropha integerrima)
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Summary
Jatropha integerrima, commonly known as Peregrina, is an evergreen shrub or small tree native to Cuba and the West Indies, often found in open woodlands and forest edges. It typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet (3-4.6 meters) and a width of 8-12 feet (2.4-3.7 meters). Peregrina has a dense, rounded form with glossy, deep green leaves. It produces clusters of bright red, star-shaped flowers throughout the year, with peaks in spring and winter, which are particularly showy and attract butterflies and hummingbirds.
Peregrina is valued for its year-round flowering, making it a popular ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical gardens. It is used for hedges, screen plantings, and as a stand-alone specimen. This plant prefers well-drained soils and is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping. It thrives in full sun to part shade and requires moderate watering. While generally pest-resistant, Jatropha integerrima can suffer from root rot if overwatered. It is important to handle with care as the sap can be irritating to the skin and is toxic if ingested.CC BY-SA 4.0
Peregrina is valued for its year-round flowering, making it a popular ornamental plant in tropical and subtropical gardens. It is used for hedges, screen plantings, and as a stand-alone specimen. This plant prefers well-drained soils and is drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping. It thrives in full sun to part shade and requires moderate watering. While generally pest-resistant, Jatropha integerrima can suffer from root rot if overwatered. It is important to handle with care as the sap can be irritating to the skin and is toxic if ingested.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Tree, Shrub
- Height: 10-15 feet
- Width: 8-12 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Red
- Flowering Season: Spring, Winter
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Border Plant, Butterfly Garden, Low Maintenance, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Open woodlands and forest edges, with year-round flowering peaks in spring and winter
Other Names
Common Names: Spicy Jatropha, Blomsterjatrofa
Scientific Names: , Jatropha integerrima, Jatropha diversifolia, Jatropha hastata, Jatropha pandurifolia, Jatropha integerrima var. integerrima, Jatropha integerrima var. hastata, Jatropha integerrima var. coccinea, Jatropha acuminata, Jatropha moluensis
GBIF Accepted Name: Jatropha integerrima Jacq.