Jatropha integerrima is a perennial evergreen shrub from the genus jatropha curcas and is often trained to grow as a little tree.

J. integerrima is native to the West Indies, Cuba, and Hispaniola and is a jatropha curcas species of flowering plants in the spurge family, Euphorbiaceae.

Other than its botanical name, you may hear this evergreen shrub called by its typical names, consisting of:

- Spicy Jatropha
- Firecracker tree
- Peregrina
- Chaya
Jatropha Integerrima Quick Care Tips

Botanical Name: Jatropha integerrima
Common Name( s): Peregrina, Spicy Jatropha, Firecracker tree, Chaya
Synonyms: jatropha curcas pandurifolia, jatropha curcas hastata
Pronunciation: Jat-ROE-fuh in-teh-GAIR-rih-muh
Family & Origin: Euphorbiaceae household, belonging to the West Indies, Cuba, and Hispaniola
Growability: Easy to grow
Grow Zone: USDA zones 10 and 11
Size: Can grow up to 15 ′ feet high and wide
Flowering: Blooms red, pink, or white flowers from late summer season till early spring
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Humidity: High level of humidity of 70% to 90% percent
Temperature: Between 75 ° to 90 ° degrees Fahrenheit Soil: Well-draining soil Water: Water frequently, but allow the soil to dry out between waterings Fertilizer: Feed with a weak dilution of general-purpose houseplant fertilizer during the growing season Pests & Diseases: Can be prone to leaf miners, plant scale, and termites