peregrina

plant

Also known as: Jatropha integerrima

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The peregrina is a Cuban shrub (Adenoropium hastatum) belonging to the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae). It is known for its showy cymes of scarlet or rose-colored flowers. This plant, reaching about 5 meters (16 feet) tall, features spade-like leaves that are sharply lobed at the base and bears crimson flower clusters year-round. The peregrina is one of approximately 175 species within the Jatropha genus, which are characterized by milky sap and are found in tropical regions worldwide. Some Jatropha species are cultivated for their oils or as ornamental plants.12

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The peregrina (J. integerrima) from Cuba, about 5 m tall with spadelike leaves sharply lobed at the base, bears crimson flower clusters the year round. J. berlandieri, a perennial 30 cm (12 inches) tall distributed from Texas to Central America, is characterized by long-stalked, purple flowers.
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The peregrina (J. integerrima) from Cuba, about 5 m tall with spadelike leaves sharply lobed at the base, bears crimson flower clusters the year round. J. berlandieri, a perennial 30 cm (12 inches) tall distributed from Texas to Central America, is characterized by long-stalked, purple flowers.
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