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Buddha Belly

Jatropha podagrica

Size: 4"

Type: Tropical Plant

$19.00

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Botanical Description

Buddha Belly (Jatropha podagrica) is supplied in a 4-inch nursery pot. It may shed its leaves in autumn while continuing to flower. Houseplants typically reach about 2 - 3 feet; plants in their native habitat can grow much larger, up to 8 feet.

General Plant Care

Light: Thrives in full sun to bright partial shade.

Growing Medium / Substrate: Requires well-drained succulent soil mix and containers with functional drainage holes.

Water - Container: Allow substrate to dry between waterings during active growth; reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy or leaf drop.

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Fulfillment & Dispatch Guidance

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St. Petersburg Nursery Pickup

Local pickup available by prior arrangement and confirmation in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Shipping

Secure live-plant shipping with custom botanical packaging. Shipping availability and dispatch timing depend on plant eligibility and destination state.

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Live-Arrival & Establishment Guarantee

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We guarantee that all botanical specimens arrive healthy, hydrated, and ready to thrive. If your plant suffers transit damage or severe stress:

48-Hour Claim Window: Notify our nursery team within 48 hours of carrier delivery timestamp or local pickup.

Photo Submission: Submit clear photos showing the specimen, root ball/soil line, and packaging to info@thebotanicalbazaar.com.

Guaranteed Remedy: Free replacement dispatch or store credit issued promptly upon claim approval.

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Shipping & Local Nursery Pickup

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Shipping & Local Nursery Pickup: Shipping availability varies by plant and destination. Some plants require additional agricultural review or may not qualify for shipping. Eligibility must be confirmed before checkout.

Local nursery pickup is available by prior arrangement in St. Petersburg, Florida. Contact The Botanical Bazaar to confirm availability and coordinate pickup before placing an order.

100% Live Arrival Guarantee: Guaranteed health upon arrival or collection. Inspect within 48 hours for replacement or store credit. View Full Policy →

What You Will Receive

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Representative Photo Disclosure: You will receive a healthy specimen similar in size, form, and fullness to the featured botanical photography. Each plant is unique and individually grown on our St. Petersburg benches.

Container Pot Size:4"

Approx. Plant Height:Specimen height not recorded