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Jatropha multifida L.

Coralbush · Euphorbiaceae

Jatropha multifida, called coral plant, coralbush, and physic nut (a name it shares with other members of its genus), is a species of Jatropha native to Mexico and the Caribbean.

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About Coralbush

Jatropha multifida, called coral plant, coralbush, and physic nut (a name it shares with other members of its genus), is a species of Jatropha native to Mexico and the Caribbean. A garden plant, it has been introduced to Florida, and to many places in South America, Africa, the Indian subcontinent, China and Southeast Asia. Mildly toxic, consumption causes gastrointestinal distress.

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Growing guide coming soon. Our editors haven't written verified care details for this plant yet. Native range and classification are shown below.

Native range	Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Leeward Is., Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Southwest, Puerto Rico, Southwest Caribbean, Trinidad-Tobago, Windward Is.
Toxicity	Pets: Not documented · People: Not documented

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