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Arizona Nettlespurge

Jatropha Cinerea

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Overview

The Arizona nettlespurge, or Jatropha cinerea, is a drought-tolerant shrub, native to the Sonoran Desert. It features a sculptural form with smooth, gray bark and palmate leaves concentrated at branch tips. Small, greenish-yellow flowers bloom in summer, attracting pollinators. Mature size reaches about 10 feet in height and 8 feet in width. Requires well-drained soil and full sun. Low maintenance, once established, it adds unique texture to arid landscapes.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–10Type ShrubClimate Arid
Arizona Nettlespurge (Jatropha Cinerea) — scientifically referred to as Jatropha cinerea

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Climate
Arid

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