Jatropha Tree Planted 7 Months Ago Is Now Leggy And Lost Many Leaves And Has Spots On Leaves And Bark. What Do I Do?

please help…tree has leaves/flowers only on ends.

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#1 Comment By BushDoctor On 11/30/2021 @ 9:09 am

Unfortunately, your photos did not come through. It sounds like the tree suffered an infection of some sort. This is common with overwatering during establishment, unfortunately.

I would treat with copper based fungicides, and be sure to only water during drought, as this tree will tolerate a bit of dry weather. Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/shrubs/coral-plant/growing-coral-plants.htm ^[1]

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/info/what-is-copper-fungicide.htm ^[2]

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