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<br>What is a [Jatropha Curcas](https://www.businessnews.com.au/Company/Mission-NewEnergy) Tree?<br>
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<br>[Jatropha](https://www.zoominfo.com/c/mission-newenergy/346542889) Plant Care and Growth<br>
<br>The plant is simple to grow from cuttings or seed. Cuttings result in faster maturity and quicker seed production. It [prefers warm](https://www.proactiveinvestors.co.uk/companies/news/159346/mission-newenergy-delivers-maiden-biodiesel-production-to-global-oil-major-24476.html) climates, but it can endure a [light frost](https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/company/MNELF:US). The deep taproot makes it drought-tolerant, although the best growth will be attained with additional watering periodically. It does not have any major illness or pest concerns in its natural areas. It may be pruned, but flowers and fruit type on terminal growth, so it is best to wait until after [flowering](https://www.bloomberg.com/profile/company/MNELF:US). No other Jatropha plant care is necessary. This plant is beneficial as a hedge or living fence, or simply as a decorative stand-alone specimen.<br>
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