Light
Full sun / direct • approx. 40,000–80,000 lux




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Jatropha multifida is a shrub or small tree with deeply divided, palmate leaves and bright coral-red flower clusters, giving it a lighter, more cut-leaf silhouette than many thick-stemmed tropicals. In cultivation it commonly grows to around 2–3 m over time and develops a multi-stemmed framework that works well in large containers or warm outdoor settings. It prefers strong light from full sun to partial shade, a well-draining sandy or loamy mix, and moderate watering with some drying between applications to avoid root problems.
Temperatures around 18–29 °C suit it best, and frost is a real risk. All parts are considered toxic if ingested, so placement matters in homes with pets or children, and gloves are sensible when pruning or handling the sap as well.
Quick Care Guide
Light
Full sun / direct • approx. 40,000–80,000 lux
Watering
Water when ~70–90% dry
Substrate
Airy • Fast-draining • Mineral-leaning • Fine-medium
Temperature
Ideal: 18–30 °C • Avoid below: 10 °C
Humidity
Normal 40–50 %
Growth habit
Upright woody shrub.
Support
not needed
Growth speed
Average
Max size indoors
Max. height: 250 cm • Max. spread: 150 cm
Toxicity & safety
Toxic
Origin & habitat
Mexico to Tropical America; seasonally dry tropical habitat
These care values are practical reference points for indoor growing. Use them as a starting point, then adjust for your room, pot size, substrate, temperature and how quickly the plant dries.
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Move outside once nights stay above
12°C
Bring under cover below
10°C
Best outdoors in
Frost-free summer patios, Sheltered urban patios
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