{"product_id":"jatropha-marginata-rare-caudex-plant","title":"Jatropha Marginata","description":"\u003ch2\u003eJatropha Marginata — Rare Caudiciform Collector's Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"452\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/seedlingsindia.com\/jatropha-marginata-rare-caudex-plant\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"90\" data-end=\"112\"\u003eJatropha marginata\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is a rare caudiciform succulent native to the arid regions of \u003cstrong data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eMexico\u003c\/strong\u003e. Highly prized by collectors, it is admired for its swollen water-storing caudex, attractive foliage, and seasonal clusters of delicate flowers. Its sculptural form and compact growth make it an excellent specimen for container cultivation and bonsai-style displays.\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1b9tx6d\" data-start=\"454\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eKey Features \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/seedlingsindia.in\/products\/jatropha-marginata-rare-caudex-plant?variant=47537834393749\" target=\"_self\" title=\"\"\u003eJatropha Marginata\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ry3dio\" data-start=\"474\" data-end=\"520\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"476\" data-end=\"492\"\u003eGrowth Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous caudiciform shrub\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1du3ola\" data-start=\"521\" data-end=\"624\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"523\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eCaudex:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thick, swollen base that stores water and develops a rugged, textured appearance with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ram3k5\" data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"699\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"627\" data-end=\"637\"\u003eStems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth, grey to brown woody branches emerging from the caudex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qibch3\" data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"816\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"702\" data-end=\"713\"\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded to shallowly lobed green leaves with smooth margins, produced during the active growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5h4919\" data-start=\"817\" data-end=\"911\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"831\"\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small clusters of creamy white to pale green flowers, followed by seed capsules\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11nv5sw\" data-start=\"912\" data-end=\"980\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"914\" data-end=\"923\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Typically grows \u003cstrong data-start=\"940\" data-end=\"965\"\u003e1–2 meters (3–6 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e in cultivation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"19eu1op\" data-start=\"982\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eCaudex Pattern\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1004\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003eThe plant develops an impressive caudex over time:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"zfyt6d\" data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1097\"\u003eYoung plants have a smooth, rounded base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17osm82\" data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1155\"\u003eMature specimens develop a broad, corky, fissured trunk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1w4a8n0\" data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1233\"\u003eOften displayed with the upper portion of the caudex exposed above the soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"178tzc4\" data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1272\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eThrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1286\" data-end=\"1323\"\u003efull sun to bright indirect light\u003c\/strong\u003e. Plenty of sunlight encourages compact growth and a well-developed caudex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1409\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1412\"\u003eRequires a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003efast-draining succulent mix\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qa87z3\" data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e50% cactus or succulent soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u65tdv\" data-start=\"1496\" data-end=\"1519\"\u003e25% pumice or perlite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xvpk7i\" data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e25% coarse sand or grit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1560\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u0e0qo\" data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eWater thoroughly during the growing season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dl8xwb\" data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eAllow the soil to dry completely between waterings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1agk23y\" data-start=\"1663\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eKeep almost dry during winter dormancy when the plant sheds its leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1756\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jywia4\" data-start=\"1757\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003eIdeal range: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1772\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e20–35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1kybosl\" data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1827\"\u003eProtect from temperatures below \u003cstrong data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003e10°C\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"34mzur\" data-start=\"1829\" data-end=\"1845\"\u003eFlowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1846\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eMature plants produce small, delicate flower clusters during the warm growing months. Flowering is encouraged by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"33y2zg\" data-start=\"1960\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eBright sunlight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9lxc4e\" data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eWarm temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2me9km\" data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2034\"\u003eA defined dormant period in winter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"o822tq\" data-start=\"2036\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"pil8dg\" data-start=\"2053\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003eGrow in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2077\"\u003eclay pot\u003c\/strong\u003e with excellent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dhn1vo\" data-start=\"2103\" data-end=\"2154\"\u003eAvoid overwatering, particularly during dormancy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9e6t3h\" data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eFeed monthly during spring and summer with a diluted balanced fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9tzi60\" data-start=\"2231\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003eRepot only when necessary, as mature plants prefer minimal root disturbance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1c84grx\" data-start=\"2311\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2539\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1516tei\" data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2415\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2342\"\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e The preferred method, producing plants with the best caudex development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1x0l0mn\" data-start=\"2416\" data-end=\"2539\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2418\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003eStem cuttings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Possible, though cuttings generally do not develop the pronounced caudex seen in seed-grown specimens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"aqcjfg\" data-start=\"2541\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003eUses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"wurmb7\" data-start=\"2553\" data-end=\"2587\"\u003eCollector's caudiciform specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ul79i\" data-start=\"2588\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eBonsai-style cultivation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"gefvrs\" data-start=\"2615\" data-end=\"2643\"\u003eDecorative container plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"95z82x\" data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2677\"\u003eXeriscape and succulent gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Seedlings India","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47537834393749,"sku":null,"price":2400.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/4384\/3733\/files\/61462.jpg?v=1783400837","url":"https:\/\/seedlingsindia.in\/products\/jatropha-marginata-rare-caudex-plant","provider":"Seedlings India","version":"1.0","type":"link"}